Fire Roasted Tomato Soup (Printable Version)

Smokey, velvety tomato soup with fire-roasted depth, perfect for cozy evenings or elegant starters.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 pounds fire-roasted tomatoes, drained
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
05 - 1 celery stalk, chopped

→ Liquids

06 - 3 cups vegetable broth
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Seasonings & Add-Ins

08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
11 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
12 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (optional)
13 - Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
03 - Add fire-roasted tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
04 - Add sugar if desired to balance acidity.
05 - Use an immersion blender to carefully blend until smooth. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a standard blender.
06 - Stir in heavy cream or coconut cream if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer an additional 2-3 minutes.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • The smoky depth from fire-roasted tomatoes makes this taste like it simmered all day even though it comes together in under an hour
  • Its naturally vegetarian and easily adaptable for vegan or dairy-free needs without sacrificing any richness
02 -
  • Blending hot soup requires caution, never fill a blender more than half full and vent it periodically to prevent pressure buildup
  • The soup will continue to thicken as it sits, so if you are making it ahead, thin it with a little extra broth when reheating
03 -
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat that plays beautifully with the smokiness
  • Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to save time and minimize cleanup

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