Essex County Field Tomato Soup Recipe

Name: Essex County Field Tomato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs ripe tomatoes (about 10); 1 cup chicken stock; 6 green onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons packed fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 bay leaf; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 4 fresh basil sprigs (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1
Cut tomatoes in half; cut out any tough pieces at stem ends.
2
In large stainless steel or enamel saucepan, combine tomatoes, stock, onions, basil, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, bay leaf, salt and pepper.
3
Bring to boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
4
Reduce heat to medium-low, simmer, covered, for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are very soft.
5
Remove from heat; let cool slightly.
6
Discard bay leaf.
7
In blender, process soup in 2-cup batches until smooth.
8
Rub through a sieve to remove tomato skins and seeds.
9
Return to rinsed-out saucepan; heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
10
When hot, ladle into warm soup bowls; float a basil sprig in each bowl.

278

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs ripe tomatoes (about 10), 1 cup chicken stock, 6 green onions, chopped, 2 tablespoons packed fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Essex County Field Tomato 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Essex County Field Tomato Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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