Best Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
A rich and comforting creamy roasted garlic tomato soup made with caramelized ripe tomatoes and garlic, blended with sautéed onions, tomato paste, and vegetable broth, finished with heavy cream and a smoky paprika touch. Perfectly paired with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing, Blending, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 3 to 4 lb ripe organic tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 2 bulbs garlic
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups organic heavy cream
- 2 cups organic vegetable broth
- 4 tbsp organic tomato paste
- 1 tsp sea salt, plus more as needed
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning blend
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For Serving:
- Reserved roasted tomatoes (optional)
- Grilled cheese sandwich
Instructions
- Roast Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the tomato wedges and whole garlic bulbs (with tops cut off to expose cloves) on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tomatoes are caramelized and garlic is soft and golden. Allow to cool slightly before handling.
- Sauté Onions: Heat a medium-sized dutch oven over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add diced onions and sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Remove the pot from heat.
- Blend the Soup Base: Transfer sautéed onions, roasted tomatoes, and squeeze out the soft garlic cloves from bulbs into a high-powered blender. Add tomato paste and vegetable broth. Blend on high speed until very smooth. Reserve some roasted tomatoes for garnish if desired.
- Simmer and Season Soup: Pour blended mixture back into the dutch oven. Place over medium-high heat and add heavy cream, sea salt, all-purpose seasoning blend, and smoked paprika. Stir well, bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-6 minutes to thicken and meld flavors. Taste and adjust salt.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and ladle soup into bowls. Top with reserved roasted tomatoes if using. Serve alongside a grilled cheese sandwich for a delicious comfort meal. Bon Appétit!
Notes
- Roasting the tomatoes and garlic intensifies their sweetness and flavor.
- Sautéing onions first adds depth to the soup’s flavor.
- Optional to reserve some roasted tomatoes for garnish to add texture and visual appeal.
- The grilled cheese sandwich is a perfect pairing to turn this soup into a hearty meal.
- Adjust salt seasoning at the end to suit your taste preferences.
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