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Roasted Tomato Soup with Crispy Gruyère Toasts

This comforting Roasted Tomato Soup is paired with crispy Gruyère toasts, making it a delightful dish that's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 lbs ripe tomatoes (Roma or heirloom work best) Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
  • Fresh leaves basil for garnish
For the Gruyère Toasts
  • 4 slices crusty bread
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated

Method
 

Roasting the Tomatoes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the tomatoes in half and place them cut side up on a baking sheet.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried basil.
  3. Roast for about 25-30 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and beginning to caramelize.
Blending the Mixture
  1. Once roasted, transfer the tomatoes, onion, and garlic into a blender or food processor.
  2. Add the vegetable broth and blend until smooth. For a chunkier soup, blend for a shorter time.
Heating and Adding Cream
  1. Pour the blended mixture into a saucepan and heat over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Preparing the Gruyère Toasts
  1. While the soup simmers, preheat your oven's broiler.
  2. Top each slice of bread with grated Gruyère cheese and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Broil for about 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Ladle the warm soup into bowls and top with fresh basil leaves.
  2. Serve with the crispy Gruyère toasts on the side for the perfect dip!

Notes

For best results, use fresh, ripe tomatoes. Allow the tomatoes to roast until soft and slightly caramelized for enhanced sweetness.