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Roasted Tomato Soup with Tomatoes

Roasted Tomato Soup with Tomatoes in bowl with grilled cheese basil under warm natural light

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This roasted tomato soup combines fresh tomatoes and herbs for a comforting and flavorful meal. Perfect for cozy days, it can be served with grilled cheese sandwiches for a classic pairing.

Ingredients

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  • 1kg / 2.2lb Fresh Tomatoes (see notes)
  • 240ml / 1 cup Chicken Stock or to preference (can sub vegetable stock)
  • 34 cloves of Garlic skin on (or more if you’re a garlic lover!)
  • 1 medium White Onion diced
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Puree (Tomato Paste in US)
  • 1/2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 large handful Fresh Basil Leaves
  • few sprigs of Fresh Thyme
  • Salt & Black Pepper to taste
  • Olive Oil as needed
  • 4x Grilled Cheese Sandwiches (optional – see notes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and roast the fresh tomatoes and garlic until soft and caramelized.
  2. In a large pot, melt butter then sauté diced onion until translucent.
  3. Add tomato puree, roasted tomatoes, garlic, chicken stock, and balsamic vinegar. Simmer to combine flavors.
  4. Add fresh basil leaves and thyme sprigs to the soup.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Season with salt, black pepper, and olive oil to taste.
  7. Serve hot with grilled cheese sandwiches on the side if desired.

Notes

  • Optional grilled cheese sandwiches make a perfect companion to this soup
  • You can substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock for a vegetarian version

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