Best Tomato Soup Cheddar Bay
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Best Tomato Soup Cheddar Bay. This velvety, creamy soup features ripe roasted tomatoes and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a warm embrace in every bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or an ordinary day that deserves a touch of warmth, this dish is sure to bring smiles at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ripe tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the halved tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or by transferring it to a regular blender. Return to low heat.
- Mix in the heavy cream and grated cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and combined.
- Add chopped basil leaves and season with salt and pepper; let simmer for another 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added richness, you can use coconut milk or cashew cream for a vegan version. Feel free to swap fresh basil with dried herbs or experiment with spices like red pepper flakes for a kick!