Classic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Recipe

Name: Classic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half (or smaller, if using large tomatoes); ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper; 2 cups chopped sweet onions; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 28 ounces canned plum tomatoes, with their juice; 4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave; 1 quart chicken stock

Servings: persons

3 lbs ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half (or smaller, if using large tomatoes)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
2 cups chopped sweet onions
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes, with their juice
4 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
1 quart chicken stock

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Toss together tomatoes, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2
Spread the tomatoes in 1 layer on a baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes.
3
In a stockpot over medium heat, saute the onions and garlic with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the butter, and red pepper flakes for 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown.
4
Add the canned tomatoes, basil, thyme, and chicken stock.
5
Add the oven-roasted tomatoes, including the liquid on the baking sheet.
6
Bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 40 minutes.
7
Blend with a stick blender.
8
Taste for seasonings.
9
Serve hot or cold.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs ripe plum tomatoes, cut in half (or smaller, if using large tomatoes), ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Classic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup 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.

Classic Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

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