Cream of Tomato Soup with Tomato Leaves Recipe

Name: Cream of Tomato Soup with Tomato Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds (about 20) very ripe plum tomatoes, peeled, halved, and seeded, juice reserved; Kosher salt; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups minced onions (about 3 small); 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; Teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 cups whole milk; A handful of tomato stems with leaves; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4 pounds (about 20) very ripe plum tomatoes, peeled, halved, and seeded, juice reserved
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups minced onions (about 3 small)
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
A handful of tomato stems with leaves
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch cubes, put them in a bowl, and season with 1 teaspoon salt.
2
Melt the butter in a heavy nonreactive pot over low heat.
3
Add the onions and garlic and season with 1 teaspoon salt.
4
Saute the vegetables for 12 to 15 minutes, until they are soft.
5
Raise the heat to high, stir in the flour, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
6
Pour in the sherry and scrape the bottom of the pan as it bubbles away.
7
Stir in the tomato paste.
8
Add the tomatoes and their juice, 2 teaspoons salt, and the cayenne.
9
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender.
10
Stir in the cream and then the milk.
11
Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
12
Remove from the heat and add the tomato stems.
13
Let steep for 10 minutes; then remove and discard the stems.
14
Before serving, reheat and check the soup for seasoning.
15
Add a little water if the soup seems too thick, and serve with freshly ground pepper at the table.

471

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds (about 20) very ripe plum tomatoes, peeled, halved, and seeded, juice reserved, Kosher salt, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups minced onions (about 3 small), and more.

Yes, Cream of Tomato Soup with Tomato Leaves 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.

Cream of Tomato Soup with Tomato Leaves

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions