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I discovered the magic of roasted tomato basil soup trying to recreate my favorite cafe's version at home. Now those roasted tomatoes caramelized onions and fresh basil come together to make something even better. Simple ingredients a little patience pure comfort in every spoonful.
Pure Goodness
What makes this soup special is letting those fresh ingredients shine. Roasting brings out the tomatoes' natural sweetness while garlic and onions add amazing depth. No cream needed just real wholesome flavors. Perfect when your garden gives you too many tomatoes.
Your Shopping List
- Fresh Tomatoes: Ripest ones you can find.
- Sweet Onions: For that caramel goodness.
- Garlic: Whole heads get roasted sweet.
- Fresh Basil: Lots of it makes everything pop.
- Olive Oil: Good quality you'll taste it.
- Vegetable Broth: Light and clean base.
- Seasonings: Salt pepper maybe a pinch of red pepper.
Let's Make Soup
- Roast With Love
Tomatoes garlic onions get all golden and sweet. - Blend It Up
Everything goes smooth adding broth till perfect. - Fresh Finish
Stir in that basil right at the end. - Make It Yours
Taste adjust maybe add splash of cream if you like.
Make It Perfect
Pick the ripest tomatoes they're everything here. Spread them even when roasting gets them all caramelized nice. Take time with those onions worth every minute. Blend it real smooth add cream if you're feeling fancy.
Keep It Fresh
Keeps beautiful 4 to 5 days in the fridge. Freezes up to 3 months just warm it gentle when ready. Skip boiling keeps all those fresh flavors perfect.
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Perfect Partners
Nothing beats grilled cheese alongside. Garlic bread or fancy crackers catch every drop. Want it lighter? Fresh salad works beautiful too.
Mix It Up
Like heat? Add red pepper flakes. Want it richer? Stir in some pesto. Love cheese? Shower with parmesan. Extra veggies? Roasted peppers carrots make it your own.
Pure Magic
Sometimes simple ingredients make the most special things. Roasting makes everything sweeter those onions add depth fresh basil brings it all home. Perfect for cozy nights or having friends over.
Always Perfect
Works for quick lunch fancy dinner party starter anything really. Crusty bread makes it cozy enough for everyday but it's special enough for company too. Good all year round but extra amazing with summer tomatoes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Do I need to strain the seeds?
- Straining is optional. Use fine mesh strainer if preferred, but not necessary for good results.
- → How long does it keep?
- Stores 4-5 days in fridge or 3 months in freezer. Thaw frozen soup in fridge before reheating.
- → What's the best way to make it creamy?
- Add coconut milk for vegan option, or dairy milk/cream. Butter or parmesan also enhance richness.
- → Can I use different tomatoes?
- Roma or plum tomatoes work best due to their meaty texture and rich flavor when roasted.
- → Why caramelize the onions?
- Caramelizing adds natural sweetness and depth of flavor to balance the tomatoes' acidity.