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Tomato Soup with Parmesan Croutons

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This tomato soup with parmesan croutons is creamy, flavorful, and comforting, featuring roasted tomato richness balanced with fresh herbs and topped with crispy, cheesy croutons. It’s a cozy meal perfect for any season.

Ingredients

Soup:

1 Tbsp butter

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced or grated

1 whole onion, finely diced

3 large carrots, peeled and finely diced

2 Tbsp tomato paste

3 cans (28 oz each) whole tomatoes

32 oz vegetable or chicken broth

1 cup water

1/2 cup heavy cream

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley

2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil

Croutons:

1/2 baguette, sliced into rounds

1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese

Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and carrots; cook for 5–7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen flavor.
  4. Add canned tomatoes (with juices), broth, and water. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  6. Remove from heat and puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth. (If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to pot.)
  7. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Add parsley and basil just before serving for freshness.
  9. For the Croutons: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  10. Arrange baguette slices on the sheet and sprinkle with parmesan.
  11. Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese melts and croutons are golden. Let cool slightly.
  12. Serve hot soup topped with parmesan croutons and a sprinkle of fresh basil.

Notes

Roast tomatoes first for deeper flavor.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat or sugar to balance acidity.

Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.

Store croutons separately to keep them crisp.

Freeze soup (without cream) for up to 2 months; add cream after reheating.

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