Author Notes
While we always enjoy spoonfuls of classic tomato soup with toasty grilled cheese on a crisp day, I decided to add a little creativity with a heartier, aromatic spin. We roasted the tomatoes with carrots and onions which allowed the flavors to become much more concentrated and sweet. —Twin Tastes
Continue After Advertisement
Ingredients
-
3 tablespoons
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
-
8
vine-ripened tomatoes, quartered
-
4
carrots, peeled and cut into thick biases
-
1
yellow onion, cut into large wedges
-
3
garlic cloves, chopped
-
1 tablespoon
fresh thyme
-
1 teaspoon
paprika
-
1/2 cup
chopped fresh basil
-
2 cups
chicken stock
-
salt and pepper throughout
Directions
-
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
-
On an oiled baking sheet, toss the tomatoes, carrots, onions, generously with 2 T Extra Virgin Olive Oil, salt and pepper and thyme. Roast for 35-40 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and golden brown, turning occasionally.
-
Heat a large pot on medium heat. Pour 1 T EVOO inside and add the garlic. Sautee for 1 minute then pour in the roasted vegetables, paprika, chicken stock, and bring to a simmer. When the baking sheet is cool enough, add the scraped roasting bits as well. Let simmer for at least 15 minutes, then add 1/4 c chopped basil. Puree the soup in a blender in multiple batches. When blending, fill the blender halfway with the vegetable mixture to create a smooth puree. Pour the pureed liquid into a large bowl and continue with the remaining soup. Return the pureed soup to the large pot and let simmer for 5 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with remaining fresh basil and serve with Mini Grilled Cheese Croutons.
See what other Food52ers are saying.