Velvety Garlic Roasted Tomato Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 lbs fresh tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened, halved)
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1 whole garlic bulb
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
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1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon dried basil (or 1 tablespoon fresh basil)
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth of flavor)
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1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
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1 tablespoon tomato paste (for a richer flavor)
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for added depth)
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 400°F (200°C)
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Place halved tomatoes on a baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper
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Slice off the top of a whole garlic bulb to expose the cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and place on the baking sheet
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Roast the tomatoes and garlic for 35-40 minutes, or until tomatoes are soft and slightly charred
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In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent
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Stir in tomato paste, basil, smoked paprika, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavors
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Once the garlic has cooled, squeeze the cloves out of their skins
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Add the roasted tomatoes, garlic, and vegetable broth to the pot. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. (Alternatively, blend in batches using a stand blender)
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Stir in the heavy cream (or coconut milk) and simmer for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste
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If the soup is too thick, add more broth to reach your desired texture
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Add a pinch of sugar if the soup is too acidic. Adjust salt and pepper as needed
# Notes:
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For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk
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The sweetness of roasted garlic and tomatoes balances acidity naturally
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Can be frozen for up to 3 months in airtight containers
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Pairs perfectly with grilled cheese sandwiches or crusty bread