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Fresh Tomato Soup Recipe

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This fresh tomato soup recipe delivers a rich, smooth, and comforting soup that's quick to prepare using ripe summer tomatoes. Perfectly seasoned and finished with fresh basil or paired with a grilled cheese sandwich, it makes an ultimate homemade comfort food that's both hearty and delicious.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • 4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 large slice of onion

Roux

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all the necessary ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Simmer Tomatoes and Aromatics: Combine chopped fresh tomatoes, chicken broth, garlic cloves, and a large slice of onion in a stockpot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  3. Process the Soup: Remove the stockpot from heat and run the mixture through a food mill into a large bowl or pan to achieve a smooth texture. Discard any solids left in the food mill.
  4. Prepare the Roux: Melt the butter over medium heat in the now empty stockpot. Whisk in the flour and cook constantly until the mixture turns a medium brown, forming a flavorful roux.
  5. Combine Roux with Tomato Mixture: Gradually whisk a small amount of the tomato mixture into the roux to prevent lumps, then stir in the remaining tomato mixture until fully incorporated.
  6. Season Soup: Add white sugar and salt to taste, adjusting seasoning to your preference.
  7. Serve: Serve the soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh basil and accompanied by a grilled cheese sandwich for a classic comfort meal.

Notes

  • Using ripe summer tomatoes will yield the best flavor in this soup.
  • Adjust the sugar and salt to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Running the soup through a food mill ensures a smooth, velvety texture but can be substituted by blending and straining.
  • The roux adds thickness and depth of flavor to the soup; make sure to cook it to a medium brown for best results.

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