Classic Homemade Tomato Soup | Easy, Comforting & Creamy Recipe

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier; canola oil is more budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is more nutritious; water is a cost-effective substitute.

Heat olive oil or butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.

Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, stock, sugar, and thyme/basil if using.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until vegetables are soft and flavors have melded.

Use a hand blender or transfer in batches to a blender. Blend until smooth and silky.

If too thick, add a little water or stock. If too thin, simmer gently to reduce.

Stir in double cream or milk for a creamier soup. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil.

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