Description
Roasted tomatoes turn this cozy soup into something incredibly rich, sweet, and flavorful. It is the perfect bowl of comfort for a simple lunch or cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 lb. ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 5 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 tsp. sugar, optional
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, optional
- 2 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Arrange the halved tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a large baking sheet.
- Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Roast for 35 to 45 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized around the edges.
- Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large pot.
- Add the vegetable broth and tomato paste, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth or leave slightly chunky if preferred.
- Stir in the heavy cream if using.
- Add sugar or balsamic vinegar if needed to balance the acidity.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot with crusty bread or grilled cheese.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner