Old Fashioned Tomato Cream Soup Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Tomato Cream Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped; 1 medium onion, studded with; 10 whole cloves; 1 1/4 cups beef stock; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, heated almost to boiling; fresh basil leaf, finely chopped,for garnish

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, studded with
10 whole cloves
1 1/4 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, heated almost to boiling
fresh basil leaf, finely chopped,for garnish

1
In a large deep saucepan, over a medium heat, cook the tomatoes, onion, beef stock, basil, salt and pepper, nutmeg and coriander for 30 minutes.
2
Let cool a little, then remove and discard the cloves from the onion.
3
Puree the soup in a blender until smooth (This may be done in batches).
4
Return the soup to the saucepan and stir in the baking soda and sugar.
5
Blend the flour and butter together to form a smooth paste.
6
Stir this into the soup.
7
Watching carefully, cook the soup, over a medium-low heat, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
8
Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly stir in the warmed cream.
9
Return the soup to the heat and continue to warm it, just until it is piping hot and about to come to a boil.
10
(Don't let it boil or it will curdle and truly disappoint you).
11
Serve this soup garnished with fresh basil leaves.

440

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes, peeled,seeded and chopped, 1 medium onion, studded with, 10 whole cloves, 1 1/4 cups beef stock, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned Tomato Cream 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.

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Old Fashioned Tomato Cream Soup

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