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Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe

Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
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5 from 16 reviews

This creamy roasted garlic tomato soup combines the rich, caramelized flavors of oven-roasted tomatoes and garlic with a smooth, velvety texture enhanced by fresh basil and cream. Perfectly comforting and easy to make, this soup offers a delightful balance of sweetness, herbaceousness, and a gentle hint of spice for warmth.

Ingredients

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Produce

  • 2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened), halved
  • 1 whole head of garlic
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves

Pantry

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Dairy

  • ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free option)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting.
  2. Prepare tomatoes and garlic: Arrange the halved tomatoes on the baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cut the top off the garlic head, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the baking sheet alongside the tomatoes.
  3. Roast vegetables: Roast the tomatoes and garlic for 30-35 minutes, until the tomatoes are caramelized and the garlic is soft and fragrant. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
  4. Sauté onions: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and soft.
  5. Add roasted ingredients: Squeeze the soft roasted garlic cloves from their skins into the pot with onions. Add the roasted tomatoes, vegetable or chicken broth, and fresh basil leaves.
  6. Blend soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth or carefully transfer in batches to a blender and blend until creamy and uniform.
  7. Simmer with cream: Return the blended soup to the pot, stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk), and let it simmer gently for 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors. Adjust salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, according to taste.
  8. Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and garnish with additional fresh basil, a drizzle of cream, or crispy roasted cherry tomatoes for extra texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk to maintain creaminess without dairy.
  • Use vegetable broth to keep the soup vegetarian or chicken broth for a richer flavor.
  • Roasting the garlic inside foil ensures it becomes soft and mellow without burning.
  • Red pepper flakes add mild heat but can be omitted for a milder soup.
  • The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
  • Fresh basil added at the end preserves its bright flavor; dried basil can be used but add earlier with broth.

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Keywords: tomato soup, roasted garlic, creamy tomato soup, healthy soup, vegetarian soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe

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