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Smoky Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

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A rich and flavorful smoky roasted tomato soup made by roasting tomatoes and garlic with smoked paprika, then blending them into a creamy soup, perfect for warming up and serving alongside a grilled cheese sandwich.

Ingredients

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Smoky Roasted Tomatoes

  • 1.5kg / 3 lb tomatoes, halved with a “V” cut to remove the core
  • 5 garlic cloves, unpeeled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Soup

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 litre (4 cups) vegetable stock/broth, low sodium
  • 1/2 tsp+ white sugar, only if needed
  • 1/2 cup cream (optional), plus extra for drizzling (can substitute with 30g / 2 tbsp butter)
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves (optional)

For Serving

  • Grilled cheese sandwich

Instructions

  1. Roast Tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F (200°C fan-forced). Place the halved tomatoes and unpeeled garlic cloves on a tray. Drizzle with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat, pressing the cut surface of the tomatoes into the oil to ensure thorough coverage. Arrange tomatoes cut face up and roast for 40 to 45 minutes until charred in spots.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Add Roasted Tomatoes: Remove the garlic cloves from the baking tray and squeeze the softened garlic flesh into the pot. Scrape all roasted tomatoes and their juices from the tray into the pot with the sautéed onion and garlic. Pour in the vegetable stock.
  4. Blend Soup: Use a stick blender to blend the tomato mixture until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a food processor or blender and puree until creamy.
  5. Simmer Soup: Bring the blended soup to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat and gently simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the cream or butter if using, and add white sugar to taste if needed to balance acidity.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, drizzle with extra cream, and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve hot with grilled cheese sandwiches for dipping and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for best results.
  • Smoked paprika adds depth and smokiness but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • White sugar is added only if the soup tastes too acidic after roasting.
  • Cream can be substituted with butter for a dairy-rich alternative; both add richness.
  • Fresh basil is optional but adds a fresh herbal note to the soup garnish.

Keywords: roasted tomato soup, smoky tomato soup, creamy tomato soup, roasted garlic soup, comfort soup, grilled cheese soup pairing

Find it online: https://thehungrymason.com/smoky-roasted-tomato-soup-recipe/