Homemade Creamy Tomato Soup

There’s nothing more comforting on a cold day or when you’re under the weather than a hot bowl of tomato soup and this easy, homemade creamy tomato soup just hits the spot. This soup is made with canned crushed tomatoes and just a few simple pantry ingredients. In under 20 minutes, you will have the most delicious bowl of tomato soup. Pair it with homemade croutons and a melty grilled cheese….YUM!

If you’re looking for other cozy soup recipes for those cold winter days, give my yummy loaded cheesy potato, broccoli cheddar or lasagna soup recipes a try!

What You Will Need to Make Creamy Tomato Soup-Grocery List

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 cup half and half
• Grated parmesan (for topping)
• Croutons (for topping)

How To Make Creamy Tomato Soup

• In a large soup pot, add 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 cup diced onion and 2 teaspoons minced garlic and sauté over medium low heat until onions are translucent.
• Add one 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes and 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth (I use chicken) to the pot and stir.
• Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1 teaspoon oregano.
• Bring soup to a boil and turn down to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
• Use an immersion blender (or add to blender in small batches) to puree soup to desired consistency.
• Add 1/2 cup half and half and stir until creamy.
• Ladle into bowls and top with croutons and grated parmesan. Serve with grilled cheese!
• Enjoy!