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Classic Tomato Soup

Balanced, flavorful, and enjoyable—this recipe has it all.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cans (28-ounces each) cans (28-ounces each) diced tomatoes
  • ¾ cup chicken or vegetable broth more or less (I use low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 cup diced onion about 1 medium onion
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda (see note)
  • salt and pepper
  • ½ cup heavy cream or fat free half-and-half optional

Instructions

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  1. In a strainer set over a large bowl or a liquid measuring cup, drain the canned tomatoes, pressing lightly to release all of the juice. You may have anywhere from 2-3 cups juice from the tomatoes (depending on the brand).
  2. Add broth to the tomato juice to equal 3 1/2 cups total. Set tomatoes and liquid aside.
  3. In a 4- or 5-quart pot set over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add about 2/3 of the drained tomatoes, the bay leaf and the brown sugar. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are sizzling and fragrant. The mixture will be thicken as it cooks.
  4. Stir in the tomato paste and the flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the reserved tomato juice/broth mixture, the remaining tomatoes, baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Remove from the heat and discard the bay leaf. Puree the soup until smooth (using an immersion blender or transferring the soup in batches to a regular blender). Stir in the cream, if using, and season to taste with salt and pepper, if needed.

Notes

  • Baking Soda: the baking soda cuts the acidity of the tomatoes and mellows out the flavor.
  • Make Ahead: this soup can be made up to three days in advance and refrigerated in a covered container. Warm over medium-low heat to serve. It also freezes really well!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 64kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 8mg (3%) Sodium 217mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 64kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 217mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.