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Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe Easy Perfect Lunch for School Days

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A quick and comforting creamy tomato soup perfect for busy school days, made with simple pantry staples and a velvety texture that kids and adults love.

Ingredients

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  • 28 oz (800 g) canned whole tomatoes (preferably San Marzano)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable or chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • A handful of fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (60 g) cottage cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and soft, about 5 to 7 minutes. Keep heat moderate to avoid browning.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the canned whole tomatoes with their juices and break them up gently with a spoon.
  5. Add 2 cups of vegetable or chicken broth, stir to combine, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender in batches.
  7. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and chopped fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Optionally, blend in 1/4 cup cottage cheese for extra creaminess.
  9. Return soup to low heat and warm gently for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  10. Give a final stir, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.

Notes

Cook onions low and slow for sweetness, avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling, blend cottage cheese or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess, soup tastes better after sitting for 10 minutes or next day. For freezing, omit cream and add fresh cream when reheating.

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