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Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup (Canned Tomatoes)

Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup (Canned Tomatoes)
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Warm up your winter nights with this delightful Middle-of-Winter Creamy Tomato Soup. Made from simple ingredients like canned tomatoes, fresh herbs, and creamy milk or plant-based alternatives, this soup transforms pantry staples into a heartwarming dish that feels like a cozy hug. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends, it’s quick to prepare and pairs wonderfully with a gooey grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread. This family-friendly recipe is adaptable, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. Enjoy the rich flavors and creamy texture that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • optional: up to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves and tender stems
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or generous pinch dried thyme)
  • one 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable stock or broth
  • optional: ½ cup dry, unoaked white grape juice
  • 2 cups heavy cream, milk, or unsweetened plant milk of choice (almond, oat milk, etc.)
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper, to season

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and carrots for 5-6 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and tomato paste; cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in fresh herbs, crushed tomatoes, vegetable stock, and optional grape juice. Bring to a boil before reducing heat to simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Blend the soup until smooth using a stand blender or immersion blender.
  5. Return the soup to the pot and stir in cream or plant milk over medium-low heat; season as desired.
  6. Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh basil or black pepper.

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