Quick Chunky Tomato Soup Recipe

Name: Quick Chunky Tomato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion , chopped medium (about 1 cup); 3 medium garlic cloves minced; Pinch hot red pepper flakes (optional); 1 bay leaf; 2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes packed in juice; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 3 large slices bread , crusts removed, torn into 1-inch pieces; 2 cups high quality chicken broth; chopped chives or green onions to garnish

Servings: persons

1
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is barely translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
2
Stir in tomatoes and their juice. Using potato masher, mash until no pieces bigger than 2 inches remain.
3
Stir in sugar and bread; bring soup to boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until bread is completely saturated and starts to break down, about 5 minutes.
4
Remove and discard bay leaf.
5
Process to your desired chunkiness.
6
Stir in chicken broth. Return soup to boil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Serve soup in individual bowls. Sprinkle each portion with pepper and chives. Serve with bacon and crusty french bread.

451

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion , chopped medium (about 1 cup), 3 medium garlic cloves minced, Pinch hot red pepper flakes (optional), and more.

Yes, Quick Chunky 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.

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Quick Chunky Tomato Soup

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