Ingredients
– 2 heads of garlic
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 1 carrot, chopped
– 1 celery stalk, chopped
– 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
– 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– ½ teaspoon sugar
– Salt and pepper to taste
– ½ cup heavy cream or coconut cream
– Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your own Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup:
1. Roast the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the tops off the garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in foil. Roast for 30-35 minutes, until soft.
2. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add the Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and add the broth, dried basil, and sugar. Stir to combine.
4. Incorporate Roasted Garlic: Once the garlic is roasted and cooled, squeeze the garlic cloves into the pot. Stir until well mixed.
5. Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a high-speed blender in batches, then return to the pot.
7. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream. Heat through for another couple of minutes.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 4g