Tomato and Bread Soup Recipe

Name: Tomato and Bread Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus additional; extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling; 1 large white onion, chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped; 1 large celery, stalk, chopped; 2 (28 ounce) cans plum tomatoes (Italian San Marzano, drained, seeded and chopped); 6 large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced; 1 ½ teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 6 ounces country bread, crusts trimmed, roughly torn (about 6 cups); 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

Servings: persons

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus additional
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 large white onion, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 large celery, stalk, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans plum tomatoes (Italian San Marzano, drained, seeded and chopped)
6 large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 ½ teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
6 ounces country bread, crusts trimmed, roughly torn (about 6 cups)
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

1
Heat 1/4 cup oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
2
Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery.
3
Saute until vegetables are very tender, stirring frequently, about 25 minutes.
4
Add tomatoes, basil, sugar, thyme, and garlic.
5
Bring to boil.
6
Reduce heat to medium cover and simmer 40 minutes, stirring frequently.
7
Add bread pieces and broth to pot.
8
Whisk vigorously to break up bread.
9
Cook until heated through, about 10 minutes.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Divide soup among bowls, drizzle with additional oil and serve.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus additional, extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling, 1 large white onion, chopped, 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped, and more.

Yes, Tomato and Bread Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Tomato and Bread Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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