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Grandma's Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe

This simple tomato soup recipe is made with canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and a splash of cream for a rich, homemade soup that's ready in about 30 minutes. It's an old fashioned comfort food that's perfect with grilled cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 14 oz cans chopped tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼-1/2 cup heavy cream optional

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onion until softened, then stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  2. Add the canned tomatoes, chicken stock, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Blend the soup until completely smooth with an immersion blender or carefully transfer it to a countertop blender.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream if using, taste and adjust the seasoning, then serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Vegetable broth can be substituted for chicken stock to make the soup vegetarian.
  • Heavy cream is optional but adds a rich, silky texture.
  • Blend carefully, especially when using a countertop blender with hot soup.
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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