Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
A rich and velvety Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup made by roasting garlic and tomatoes to deepen their flavors, then blending them into a smooth base simmered with onion, broth, and finished with heavy cream. This comforting soup is garnished with fresh basil and optional cream for an elegant touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 heads of garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Additional cream or crème fraîche for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic and Tomatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off each garlic head to expose the cloves inside. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap tightly in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and fragrant. Meanwhile, place the halved tomatoes cut side up on a baking sheet, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, season lightly with salt and pepper, and roast alongside the garlic for about 25–30 minutes until soft and caramelized.
- Blend the Soup Ingredients: When the roasted garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the soft cloves out of their skins into a blender or large bowl. Add the roasted tomatoes with their juices, chopped onion, and broth. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Cook and Finish the Soup: Pour the blended soup into a large pot and heat over medium heat. Stir in the sugar if using, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer gently for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the heavy cream to give the soup a rich, creamy texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of cream or crème fraîche if desired. Add a roasted tomato half to each bowl for a beautiful presentation, and finish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
Notes
- Roasting garlic in foil helps to soften and mellow its flavor, making it sweet and creamy.
- Use ripe tomatoes for the best natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- The sugar is optional and can be omitted if your tomatoes are naturally sweet.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or omit it entirely.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches.
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