How to Make Fire-Roasted Tomato Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite as comforting as a warm bowl of homemade tomato soup on a chilly evening. And when it's made with fire-roasted tomatoes, the flavor and depth of this classic dish reaches a whole new level. Fire-roasting brings out the natural sweetness and smokiness of the tomatoes, adding an irresistible complexity to the soup. This recipe for Fire-Roasted Tomato Soup is a simple, yet incredibly flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (such as Penzy's®)
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour vegetable broth over the onion mixture; add tomatoes, 1 tablespoon cilantro, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, place a cover on the saucepan, and simmer until the tomatoes are really soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Pour tomato mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid in place; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth and return to the saucepan.
  • Put pureed soup over medium heat and cook until hot, about 5 minutes. Stir remaining tablespoon cilantro and the heavy cream into the soup.
  • Nutrition

    229 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 795mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 97mg