Tomato Soup – Canning Recipe
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Description:
Indulge in the goodness of homemade tomato soup with this delightful canning recipe. Perfect for cozy evenings or gifting to loved ones, this vegan, low-cholesterol, and healthy option is a savory treat. With just a touch of prep and cooking time, you can savor the flavors of fresh tomatoes, onions, celery, red bell peppers, carrots, and aromatic herbs.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Canning, < 4 Hours
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Review Count: 6
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 152.6
- Fat Content: 1.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 853.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.3g
- Fiber Content: 9.6g
- Sugar Content: 20.2g
- Protein Content: 6.2g
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
Servings: Yield 6 pints
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Tomatoes |
| 3 | Onions |
| 2 | Celery Stalks |
| 2 | Red Bell Peppers |
| 1 1/2 | Carrots |
| 2 | tsp Salt |
| 1 | tsp Dried Basil |
| 1 | handful Fresh Basil |
| 1 | Bay Leaf |
Instructions:
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In a large pot, place the tomatoes and cook until they are soft and tender. 🍅🍲
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Once the tomatoes are cooked, pass them through a food mill to achieve a smooth texture. 🥣👨🍳
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In a separate saucepan, combine the onions, celery, red bell peppers, and carrots. Add enough water to cover the vegetables. 🥕🧅
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Cook the vegetables until they are tender. Then, drain them and pass them through a food mill to obtain a creamy consistency. 🥣🔪
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Now, combine the tomato puree with the vegetable puree in a large pot. Season with salt, dried basil, and fresh basil to enhance the flavors. 🌿🧂
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Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow it to cook slowly until it thickens, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. 🥘🔥
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Once the soup has reached the desired consistency and flavors have melded, remove the bay leaf. 🍂
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Carefully ladle the hot soup into clean, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace to allow for expansion during canning. 🍲🍽️
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Seal the jars tightly and process them in a pressure canner according to your altitude: 20 minutes at 10 pounds pressure for altitudes up to 2000 feet. 🏞️🥫
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After the processing time is complete, carefully remove the jars from the canner and allow them to cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place. 🌟👩🍳
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Enjoy your homemade tomato soup straight from the jar or use it as a base for other delicious recipes! 🥣🍅✨
This hearty tomato soup, bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients, is sure to become a staple in your pantry. Whether enjoyed on its own or used as a base for creative culinary endeavors, this canned soup is a delicious and convenient option for any occasion.
