Description
A delightful Roasted Tomato Basil Soup with Croutons that warms the heart with its rich, savory flavor from roasted tomatoes and fresh basil.
Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes – 2 lbs (about 900 grams), halved
- Fresh basil – 1 cup, packed
- Garlic – 4 cloves, peeled
- Onion – 1 medium, chopped
- Vegetable broth – 4 cups (about 1 liter)
- Heavy cream – 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Crusty bread – 4 slices
- Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup, grated (for croutons)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the fresh tomatoes in half and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for about 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the roasted tomatoes to the pot with the sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, transfer in batches carefully.
- Stir in fresh basil leaves and let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat gently over low heat, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the crusty bread into cubes, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use low-sodium vegetable broth.
- For gluten-free, choose gluten-free bread for croutons.
- Let the soup sit for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Roasted Tomato Basil Soup, Croutons, Italian Soup, Comfort Food