Chunky Tomato Soup/Sauce Recipe

Name: Chunky Tomato Soup/Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; ½ cup parsnip, diced; ½ cup celery, diced; 1 cup carrot, diced; 1 cup onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomato puree, undrained; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 7 cups water; ½ cup red wine; 1 beef bouillon cube; 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup parsnip, diced
½ cup celery, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
1 cup onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans tomato puree, undrained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
7 cups water
½ cup red wine
1 beef bouillon cube
2 tablespoons brown sugar

1
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot and add vegetables, garlic and dried herbs.
2
Saute until wilted (about 10 minutes).
3
Add tomato products, water, wine, bouillon cube and sugar.
4
Cover and cook for about 20 minutes (until boiling).
5
Lower heat, uncover, remover bay leaves, and puree using an immersion blender being careful not to splatter and burn yourself.
6
I like mine chunky, so I leave some chunks.
7
Taste and correct seasoning (sugar, salt and pepper), if necessary.
8
Substitute vegetable bouillon for beef for vegan recipe.
9
Serve hot.

384

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ cup parsnip, diced, ½ cup celery, diced, 1 cup carrot, diced, and more.

Yes, Chunky Tomato Soup/Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chunky Tomato Soup/Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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