Description
This creamy chunky tomato soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal. Combining caramelized onions, garlic, oregano, and a rich blend of heavy cream with diced tomatoes and tomato paste, this soup offers a smooth yet textured experience. Simmered to meld the flavors, it can be served as is or partially blended to your preferred consistency.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes (with onion and garlic)
- 3-4 tbsp tomato paste (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and kosher salt, stirring occasionally, and cook until the onions are lightly caramelized, which should take about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Saute Aromatics: Stir in the butter, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Cook for an additional minute until the garlic is fragrant and well combined with the onions and herbs.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to incorporate it evenly and prevent curdling.
- Add Tomatoes and Simmer: Add the diced tomatoes along with their juices and the tomato paste. Stir well to mix everything, then let the soup simmer on medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as necessary with additional salt or tomato paste as preferred. Serve the soup warm, ideally with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches for a satisfying meal.
- Optional Blending: For a smoother texture while still retaining some chunkiness, blend a portion of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender. Return to the pot and stir gently before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the thickness by adding more tomato paste or simmering longer to reduce the soup.
- Using canned diced tomatoes with onion and garlic adds extra flavor but you can substitute with plain diced tomatoes and add garlic separately if preferred.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter version, though it will be less rich.
- Partially blending the soup offers a nice texture contrast between smooth and chunky.
- Serve with grilled cheese or crusty bread to complement the creamy tomato flavors.
