Best Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
This Best Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup features rich, caramelized tomatoes and garlic roasted to perfection, blended with sautéed onions, creamy heavy cream, and a mix of savory seasonings to create a velvety, deeply flavorful soup. Paired with a classic grilled cheese sandwich, it offers the ultimate comfort food experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 3 to 4 lb ripe organic tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 2 bulbs garlic
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups organic heavy cream
- 2 cups organic vegetable broth
- 4 tbsp organic tomato paste
- 1 tsp sea salt, plus more as needed
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning blend
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For Serving:
- Reserved roasted tomatoes (optional)
- Grilled cheese sandwich
Instructions
- Roast Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange tomato wedges and whole garlic bulbs with tops cut off on a baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tomatoes caramelize and garlic softens. Cool slightly before handling.
- Sauté Onions: Heat a medium dutch oven pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Add the diced onions once oil is hot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Blend Soup Base: Transfer sautéed onions, roasted tomatoes, and squeeze roasted garlic cloves from skins into a high-powered blender. Add tomato paste and vegetable broth. Blend on high until very smooth and fully broken down. Optionally, reserve some roasted tomatoes for garnish.
- Simmer Soup: Pour blended mixture back into the dutch oven. Place over medium-high heat and add heavy cream, sea salt, all-purpose seasoning blend, and smoked paprika. Stir thoroughly. Bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-6 minutes, letting soup thicken and flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
- Serve: Remove from heat and ladle soup into bowls. Top with reserved roasted tomatoes if using. Serve alongside a grilled cheese sandwich for the perfect comforting meal.
Notes
- Roasting intensifies the natural sweetness of tomatoes and garlic.
- Using a high-powered blender ensures a smooth, creamy texture.
- Reserve some roasted tomatoes for garnish if desired.
- Adjust seasoning to taste during the simmering step for best flavor balance.
- Pair with a grilled cheese sandwich to create a classic, comforting meal.
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