Campari Tomato Soup

Kick off the winter season with some delicious homemade tomato soup!

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I’ve had these Campari tomatoes for too long and they’ve gone soft. Thankfully that means they are perfect for soup!

I started by crushing the tomatoes. Watch out for extra juicy ones! I almost ruined a shirt when some juice shot out over my counter.

The tomatoes are ready for roasting. I wanted to use all the tomato juice I had acquired, but with so many seeds, it needed to be strained.

After roasting, everything goes in the pot together!

Delicious and creamy! Don’t forget to make a few of your favorite grilled cheeses.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 lbs Campari tomatoes, crushed
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
• 1 small carrot, chopped (optional, for added sweetness and depth)
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to enhance sweetness)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions

1. Roast the Crushed Tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the crushed Campari tomatoes and their juices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, until softened and slightly caramelized.
2. Strain the Seeds: After roasting, pour the tomato mixture through a fine mesh strainer, pressing to extract the juices while leaving the seeds behind. Set the strained juices aside.
3. Sauté the Garlic and Carrot: In a pot, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped carrot (if using) and sauté until fragrant and the carrot starts to soften, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Simmer the Soup: Add the strained tomato juices and roasted pulp to the pot along with the broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes.
5. Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to blend the soup until smooth.
6. Add the Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and let it warm through. Taste and adjust with salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar if needed.
7. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and enjoy warm with your favorite grilled cheese or bread!