Creamy Chunky Tomato Soup
This rich and comforting tomato soup is inspired by a life-changing diner experience. It combines caramelized onions, garlic, and oregano with creamy textures and hearty tomato chunks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes (with onion and garlic)
- 3–4 tbsp tomato paste (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and kosher salt, stirring occasionally, and cook until lightly caramelized (about 10-15 minutes).
- Stir in the butter, garlic, and oregano, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir well and let simmer on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, until the soup thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm with crusty bread or grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.
- Optional: Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture while keeping some tomato chunks intact.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender or regular blender to blend part of the soup, leaving some tomato chunks for texture.
- Adjust the amount of tomato paste based on how thick you want the soup.
- Serve with grilled cheese or crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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