Uncle Bill's Tomato and Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Uncle Bill's Tomato and Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup butter, divided; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 medium onions, chopped small; 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped small; 1 large celery rib, chopped; 4 large garlic cloves, chopped small; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika or 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 28 ounces diced tomatoes, include liquid; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth; 5 cups water; 4 tablespoons chicken soup base (optional); 12 large sweet red pepper, chopped small; 12 large green pepper, chopped small; 4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 cup garlic-flavored croutons; ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

¼ cup butter, divided
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 medium onions, chopped small
2 large carrots, peeled and chopped small
1 large celery rib, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped small
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika or 1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
28 ounces diced tomatoes, include liquid
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth
5 cups water
4 tablespoons chicken soup base (optional)
12 large sweet red pepper, chopped small
12 large green pepper, chopped small
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 cup garlic-flavored croutons
¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley

1
In a large cooking pot over medium-high heat, melt 1/2 the butter and add olive oil.
2
Add onions and cook until softened and lightly golden brown, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Add carrots, celery, garlic, sugar, paprika, chili powder and pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Stir in tomatoes (including liquid), tomato paste, broth, water, chicken soup base, sweet red pepper, green pepper, basil and remaining butter; bring to boil.
5
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
In a blender, puree soup in batches until smooth and return to cooking pot.
7
Reheat until soup is hot.
8
When serving soup, sprinkle some croutons and chopped fresh parsley.
9
Refrigerate any unused portions.
10
NOTE: Deleting the Chicken Soup Base will reduce the sodium content in the soup.

1126

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

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.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup butter, divided, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 medium onions, chopped small, 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped small, and more.

Yes, Uncle Bill's Tomato and Onion 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!

Uncle Bill's Tomato and Onion Soup

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