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Easy 5-Ingredient Tomato Soup Recipe for Perfect Comfort in 20 Minutes

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A quick and comforting tomato soup made with just five simple ingredients, ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 28 oz (800 g) canned whole peeled tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups (16 fl oz / 480 ml) vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (2 fl oz / 60 ml) heavy cream or coconut cream
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp sugar to balance acidity
  • Optional: fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: finely chop the onion and mince garlic cloves. Open the canned tomatoes and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a saucepan. Add chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juice, breaking up the tomatoes gently with your spoon.
  5. Add vegetable broth, a pinch of salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let bubble gently for about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender in batches.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream or coconut cream. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional sugar.
  8. Heat gently for 2 more minutes without boiling to avoid curdling. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Notes

If soup is too thick after blending, add a splash more broth or water to reach preferred consistency. Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling. Fresh onion and garlic preferred over powders for best flavor. Can substitute fresh tomatoes in summer, simmering longer. For chunkier texture, blend less or mash with potato masher.

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