The Simplest Cream of Tomato Soup

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of *The Simplest Cream of Tomato Soup*, a timeless classic made effortlessly delicious. This easy recipe combines pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and a touch of heavy cream to create a velvety, flavorful base that's both rich and satisfying. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes on the stove, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch. Finely sautéed onions and garlic add a savory depth, while a sprinkle of sugar balances the tomato’s natural acidity. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves, for a dish that’s as beautiful as it is nourishing. Perfect on its own or paired with a crusty piece of bread or grilled cheese, this recipe is a go-to for those seeking simple, homemade comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0 black pepper, to taste
• 5 leaves fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend.

Step 7

Return the soup to the pot (if necessary) and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with sugar (if needed), salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	880.5

Total Fat 64.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 185.8mg	0%
Sodium 2364.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 12.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 249.6mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2861.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.9%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 28.7%