Roasted Tomato Soup With Chopped Basil Recipe

Name: Roasted Tomato Soup With Chopped Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 plum tomatoes; 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 quarter cup butter; One half cup finely chopped yellow onion; 1 stalk celery finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic mint minced; 1 bay leaf; 1 half teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes; 1 half teaspoon dried thyme; 228 ounce cans crushed tomatoes with added free; 6 cups chicken broth; Kosher salt white and black pepper; 2 teaspoons chopped basil; 1 quarter cup of croutons

Servings: persons

6 plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 quarter cup butter
One half cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 stalk celery finely chopped
3 cloves garlic mint minced
1 bay leaf
1 half teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 half teaspoon dried thyme
228 ounce cans crushed tomatoes with added free
6 cups chicken broth
Kosher salt white and black pepper
2 teaspoons chopped basil
1 quarter cup of croutons

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1. Space preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush the paper with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
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2. Cut the plum tomatoes in half lengthwise and place them cut side down on the baking sheet. Drizzle the tomatoes with the remainder of the olive oil and sprinkle the tomatoes with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
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3. Melt the butter in a large 4 quart saucepan. Add the onions and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the carrots celery garlic bay leaf red pepper flakes and time. Cook for 3 more minutes. Add canned tomatoes, roasted tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, and reduce to simmer for about 30 minutes.
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4. Remove from the heat and discard the bay leaf. Blend the soup with a handheld immersion blender until smooth. Season with salt and white pepper.
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5. To serve, sprinkle the soup with the chopped basil and croutons and serve immediately.

1198

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

132

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 plum tomatoes, 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 quarter cup butter, One half cup finely chopped yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Roasted Tomato Soup With Chopped Basil 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!

Roasted Tomato Soup With Chopped Basil

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