How to Make Cream of Tomato - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about a warm bowl of tomato soup that just feels like a comforting hug on a cold day. The rich and creamy texture paired with the tangy and slightly sweet taste of tomatoes makes for a perfect combination that is loved by many. This classic Cream of Tomato soup recipe is a staple in many households, and for good reason. It's easy to make, versatile, and incredibly delicious.

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Ingredients

  • 6 ripe tomatoes
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch dried basil
  • 1 pinch dried oregano
  • 1 pinch dried marjoram

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a saucepan, heat the tomatoes and cut them in small pieces. (If you use the fresh ones, put the tomatoes into a boiling bath until the peel cracks. Peel them and proceed the same way)
  • Heat the 2 cups of milk in another saucepan.
  • Mix flour, salt, pepper, sugar and 1/4 cup milk in a small dish until smooth. Stir the flour mixture into the simmering milk until it thickens. DO NOT BOIL.
  • Stir the baking soda into the hot tomatoes. When the fizzing slows down, add slowly to the hot milk. Simmer a few minutes, adding basil, oregano, and marjoram to taste.
  • Note: If you want a creamy cream of tomato, you will have to put your tomatoes through a sieve or a food processor before you mix them with the milk.
  • Nutrition

    113 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 435mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 194mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 664mg