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Middle-of-Winter Tomato Soup
Zahra

Middle-of-Winter Tomato Soup

A rich, creamy tomato soup made from pantry staples like canned tomatoes, carrots, and onions, ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes or crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Sauté onion and carrots in oil and butter over medium heat until soft (8-10 mins).
  2. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and herbs; cook 1-2 mins until paste darkens.
  3. Add canned tomatoes and broth, bring to a simmer, and cook 15-20 mins.
  4. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
  5. Stir in cream if using, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Notes

  • Toast the tomato paste to deepen the flavor.
  • Carrots add natural sweetness and thickness.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.