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Creamy Tomato Soup

A comforting bowl of creamy tomato soup made with San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, and a touch of cream, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cans San Marzano tomatoes The secret to rich, sweet flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For flavor and richness.
  • 1 cup Chopped onions Provide sweetness and depth.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For luxurious texture.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil For garnish and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese For topping.
  • to taste Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked is best.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat until it bubbles.
  2. Add the chopped onions and cook until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Introduce the San Marzano tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. Blend the mixture until smooth. For a chunkier texture, reserve some before blending.
  6. Return the blended soup to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream and basil until heated through.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can freeze it but skip the cream until reheating to maintain flavor.

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