There’s something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of tomato soup simmering on the stove. The rich aroma of slow-cooked tomatoes, garlic, and herbs instantly makes the kitchen feel cozy and calm. This easy tomato soup is smooth, velvety, and perfect for quiet evenings, rainy afternoons, or simple family lunches. Paired with toasted bread or a gooey grilled cheese sandwich, it delivers that nostalgic homemade comfort without hours of cooking.
Easy Tomato Soup
This Easy Tomato Soup is smooth, rich, and full of deep tomato flavor balanced with garlic, onion, and a touch of cream. It comes together quickly while still tasting cozy and homemade.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring constantly to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes with their juices. Break the tomatoes apart gently with a wooden spoon.
- Add the chicken broth, sugar, dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen and blend together.
- Remove the pot from the heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and fresh basil until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle into warm bowls and serve with grilled cheese sandwiches or toasted crusty bread.
Notes
Chef’s Secret: Roasting the canned tomatoes in the oven for 20 minutes before adding them to the soup creates a deeper, sweeter tomato flavor.
