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cozy tomato soup recipe

Garden-Fresh Tomato Soup

This vibrant garden-fresh tomato soup transforms simple ingredients into a bowl of pure comfort. The natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes combines with aromatic garlic and onion to create a soup that's both bright and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for cozy evenings when you need something warm and nourishing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon onion minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 tomatoes ripe, seeded and diced
  • 1 teaspoon basil dried, or use fresh for better flavor
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cream for garnish, optional
  • fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Soup pot
  • Knife
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add minced onion and garlic, then sauté until transparent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes and water to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in the basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Let the soup simmer for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
  6. Ladle the warm soup into bowls. If desired, add a swirl of cream on top and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For deeper flavor, try substituting vegetable or chicken broth for the water. If fresh tomatoes aren't available, good-quality canned tomatoes can work well too.
Make this soup creamier by stirring in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk before serving. For a heartier meal, serve with a grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread for dipping.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. The flavor often improves overnight as the ingredients have more time to meld.