Best Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup Recipe
This Best Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup is a rich and comforting recipe featuring caramelized roasted tomatoes and garlic blended into a smooth, creamy base with a hint of smoked paprika. Perfectly complemented by a savory grilled cheese sandwich, this homemade soup is both indulgent and deeply flavorful, ideal for cozy meals any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting, Blending, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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 the Tomatoes and Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the tomato wedges and whole garlic bulbs with tops cut off on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Roast for 35-40 minutes until tomatoes are caramelized and garlic is soft and golden. Let cool slightly before handling.
- Sauté the Onions: Heat olive oil in a medium-sized dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Blend the Soup Base: Transfer the sautéed onions, roasted tomatoes, and squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a high-powered blender. Add tomato paste and vegetable broth. Blend on high until smooth and fully combined. Optionally reserve some roasted tomatoes for garnish.
- Simmer the Soup: Pour the blended mixture back into the dutch oven. Place over medium-high heat and stir in heavy cream, sea salt, seasoning blend, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-6 minutes to thicken and meld flavors. Adjust salt to taste.
- Serve: Remove from heat and ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with reserved roasted tomatoes if desired and serve with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort meal. Bon Appétit!
Notes
- Roasting the tomatoes and garlic intensifies their natural sweetness, enhancing the soup’s flavor.
- Use a high-powered blender to achieve a perfectly smooth texture.
- Adjust seasoning and salt after simmering to ensure balanced taste.
- Reserving some roasted tomatoes for garnish adds visual appeal and bursts of roasted flavor.
- This soup pairs beautifully with grilled cheese for a classic comfort food combo.
