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Delicious Tomato Soup with a Twist

A creamy and flavorful tomato soup with a twist from balsamic vinegar and fresh herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the soup
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For serving
  • to taste Fresh basil
  • as needed Croutons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  3. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the chopped tomatoes (or canned tomatoes), sugar, and oregano. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and release their juices.
  2. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for 10 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender.
  4. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through.
Serving
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil, and top with crispy croutons!

Notes

Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For long-term storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of water or broth if needed.