What’s in this Easy Tomato Soup?
This quick soup recipe comes together in one pot with just a few pantry staples, like canned tomatoes and chicken stock.
Tomatoes: Using canned tomatoes is the easiest way to make this soup. Use whole peeled tomatoes for best results.Chicken Stock: This is our liquid to help fill out the soup. You can use vegetable stock if you prefer.Garlic and Onion: Yellow onion and garlic cloves are sauteed to add flavor.Basil: Sweet basil creates the best flavor for tomato soup! Use dried basil in the soup, and fresh basil for garnish.Seasonings: Add red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, and a fines herbes blend (a mix of parsley, chives, and tarragon).
The cheesy crostini in the recipe card is made with a delicious cheese spread you can use on baguettes or another favorite bread. You’ll just need some cheese–in the tradition of fromage fort, collect leftover pieces of cheese from the fridge!
How do you make tomato soup creamy?
If you want a smooth, creamy texture for your soup, be sure to follow Step 5 in the recipe card. After heating the tomato mixture, you’ll blend or puree it, then press it through a sieve. For an extra creamy soup, mix in a bit of heavy cream towards the end of the cooking time.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover tomato basil soup in an airtight container, and keep it in the refrigerator up to 4 days. To reheat, warm the soup on the stovetop. Stir regularly to make sure it heats evenly all the way through.
How to Freeze Homemade Tomato Soup
To freeze soup, pour it into a freezer-safe container, and freeze up to 3 months. To reheat, first thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat on the stove.
What to Serve with Tomato Soup
Nothing is better than a bowl of tomato soup and grilled cheese, so try this easy Air Fryer Grilled Cheese to go with it. You can also top your soup with bacon croutons for more crunch. This recipe also pairs nicely with your favorite sandwiches and salads. Try this avocado egg salad and this chopped salad. And I’ve always been a fan a nice baked potato on the side too, or serve it with cornbread. The options are endless with this classic soup! This is the easiest tomato soup recipe and it’s so good–even the kids will love it! If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy! You can also jump to recipe.
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