SOUP SEASON
Easy Creamy Tomato Soup
This creamy tomato soup is one of my favorite fall dinners. I’ve made it my own with extra butter for a richer flavor and plenty of seasoning for a soup that’s comforting, creamy, and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 large yellow onion – diced
- 4 garlic cloves – minced
- 3 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp sugar
- 28 oz whole peeled tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- fresh basil
- 1 cup heavy cream
How to Make It
- Sauté the onion
Melt the butter with olive oil in a large pot. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent. - Add the garlic & seasonings
Stir in the garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Cook briefly until fragrant. - Add the tomatoes & broth
Pour in the tomatoes and broth. Add the fresh basil and bring everything to a gentle simmer. - Let it simmer
Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer so all the flavors can come together. - Blend until smooth
Remove the basil, then carefully blend the soup until silky smooth - Add the cream
Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup gently warm through. Don’t let it come to a hard boil. - Taste & serve
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve warm with fresh basil, cracked pepper, and your favorite grilled cheese.
Why You’ll Love This Soup
- Irresistibly creamy — velvety smooth with just the right richness from butter and heavy cream.
- Ultimate cozy comfort — the kind of soup that wraps you up like a warm blanket on a chilly fall day.
- Deeply flavorful — layered with herbs, garlic, and a touch of spice that makes every spoonful taste homemade.
- So easy to make — one pot, simple pantry staples, and less than an hour from start to finish.
- Perfect with grilled cheese — honestly, is there any better pairing? I rest my case.
Tips for the Best Tomato Soup
- Don’t rush the onion — let it cook low and slow until it’s truly soft and sweet. That’s where so much of the flavor starts.
- Blend with care — if using a regular blender, work in small batches and hold the lid down with a folded towel. Be careful it will be hot!
- Add cream gently — stir it in over low heat and keep the soup at a warm simmer. Bringing it to a hard boil after adding cream can affect the texture.
- Taste before you serve — a little extra salt or a pinch of sugar can make all the difference. Trust your palate!
Bella’s Notes
Blend carefully while the soup is hot, and add the cream at the end for the smoothest finish. Top with cracked pepper, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve it with buttered toast or my favorite, grilled cheese!
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