Elevate your cozy nights at home with our Easy Homemade Tomato Soup recipe. With winter’s chill in the air, there’s nothing quite so comforting as a hearty bowl of homemade tomato soup.
Skip the canned version and enjoy the creamy, tangy flavour of this classic tomato soup made in the comfort of your own home. This hearty soup is packed with ripe tomatoes and fragrant herbs that will soothe your soul. In today’s article, we’ll show you how to make this simple and delicious tomato soup recipe that will take your cozy evenings to the next level.
Ingredients:
500 grams (1.1 lbs) Tomatoes (ripe red tomatoes) cubed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 small bay leaf
1/3 teaspoon Salt
1 1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar
3/4 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 to 1teaspoon dried herbs
2 stalks Basil (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1. Heat olive oil (or) butter in a large pan over medium heat.
Step 2. Add bay leaf, chopped onions and minced garlic, sauteing until the onions turn golden brown.
Step 3. Add the chopped tomatoes to the pan, along with sugar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 4. Stir well for 10-15 minutes in low flame until the tomatoes break down and release their juices.
Step 5. Add the soup to the blender and mix in small batches until smooth. Be careful when mixing hot liquids and allow the soup to reach the desired consistency.
Step 6. Add cornstarch to the tomato mixture and mix well to form a roux. Allow it to boil for a couple of minutes to eliminate the raw flavour.
Step 7. Add optional vegetables (or chicken) and stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes to combine flavours.
Step 8. Ease into the hot homemade tomato soup by spooning it into bowls and adding fresh basil leaves. Top with crusty bread or crunchy croutons and it’s all set and ready to serve.
Enjoy the smell and flavour of homemade tomato soup. This soup recipe makes enough soup to share or freeze for next time.
