Description
This Crockpot Tomato Soup is a comforting and rich recipe that combines San Marzano tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and herbs slow-cooked to perfection. It is creamy, flavorful, and easy to prepare, making it a perfect meal for chilly days or whenever you want a hearty, homemade soup with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
Tomatoes and Broth
- 2 cans (28 oz each) San Marzano tomatoes with juices
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Dairy
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery finely. For a deeper flavor, optionally sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Combine ingredients in crockpot: Add the canned San Marzano tomatoes with their juices, chopped vegetables, dried basil, sugar, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper into the crockpot. Stir everything together well to combine.
- Cook the soup: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the vegetables are soft and the flavors meld beautifully.
- Blend the soup: Once cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth directly in the crockpot. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, then return it to the crockpot.
- Add cream and finish heating: Stir in the heavy cream thoroughly and let the soup warm through for an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil leaves and a swirl of cream or olive oil if desired. Serve hot with bread or a sandwich for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, sauté the onion and garlic before adding to the crockpot, but this step is optional for convenience.
- Adjust salt and sugar levels according to your taste preference.
- If you prefer a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Use fresh basil as garnish to add aroma and a pop of color.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freezes nicely for up to 3 months.
