Rustic Tuscan Tomato Soup with a Twist
Rustic Tuscan Tomato Soup with a Twist
ingredients
- 2 lbs ripe Roma tomatoes, halved
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Tuscany spice mix
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
Arrange the halved tomatoes, diced onion, and garlic on a baking sheet.
- 3.
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, the Tuscany spice mix, oregano, and thyme. Toss to combine.
- 4.
Roast for 25-30 minutes until the tomatoes are caramelized and soft.
- 5.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the roasted mixture to a large pot.
- 6.
Add the bay leaf and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
- 7.
Remove the bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth, using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches.
- 8.
For a creamier texture, stir in heavy cream (if using) and heat through.
- 9.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves, alongside crusty bread.
