Creamy Tomato Soup with Peppery Parmesan Crisps – My Recipe Reviews (2024)

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It really is trying to get cooler here in Texas. A few evenings we saw the 30's and now it's in the 60's and will be near 80 by the weekend.

Instead of waiting for cooler weather, I'm making soups anyway!

I've had this Creamy Tomato Soup with Peppery Parmesan Crisps from Chrissy Teigen's second cookbook, Cravings: Hungry for More tagged for awhile and decided to make it as my next Fall soup.


You'll have all of the ingredients in your cabinet, I'm sure. OK, maybe you'll need to go get some heavy cream and fresh garlic, but everything else will be there.

Chrissy calls for whole peeled tomatoes, but I used fire-roasted diced tomatoes because that's what I had. Be sure and use the best quality of canned tomatoes you can get - it really makes a difference in the taste.

And speaking of taste! There's nothing better than a good homemade tomato soup and this one came out great. It's creamy (hence the name, I guess), thick, and rich with just the right tangy/sweet tomatoey taste. I absolutely love it and can't wait to make it again.

If you want to lighten it up, leave the cream out. I think it will be as good, but may not be as creamy smooth.

I halved the recipe and it was about right for two (or one really honkin' hungry person). It took about thirty minutes from the time I started chopping the onion to the time I poured it in the blender to puree. Quick, easy, and so very delicious!

Don't forget to make the Parmesan Crisps. They're so easy and flavorful and when you put them in the soup and wait a minute, the crisp starts melting just a bit and is perfect with the soup. I made three crisps and next time will make more.

This Creamy Tomato Soup is going to be made often in my kitchen. Maybe next I'll put a tablespoon of finely chopped fresh basil in the soup. That would be awesome.

(I'm putting the full recipe below, but I halved the ingredients and it came out great!)

Creamy Tomato Soup with Peppery Parmesan Crisps – My Recipe Reviews (2)

Creamy Tomato Soup with Peppery Parmesan Crisps

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Creamy, smooth, tangy/sweet tomato soup with a side of parmesan crisps.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped into ½" dice
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (28 oz) can of whole peeled tomatoes in juice, roughly chopped
  • 1 C low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • ½ teaspoon sugar, plus more to taste
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ C heavy cream, or more to taste
  • Parmesan Crisps
  • 1 C shredded Parmesan cheese (fresh, not canned)
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 7-8 minutes until translucent and slightly golden. Add the garlic and stir for about a minute.
  3. Add the tomatoes, including the juice, along with the broth, sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently until liquid reduces slightly, 12-13 minutes. Remove from stove and set aside to cool for a few minutes.
  4. Prepare the parmesan crisps while letting the soup cool. Place a piece of parchment paper or Silpat baking mat on a cookie sheet. Take about a tablespoon of grated Parmesan and place on the mat, patting it down slightly to about a 3" circle. Sprinkle with a little pepper. Repeat with the rest of the Parmesan.
  5. Bake in the oven for about 12-13 minutes, until melted and slightly turning brown (they will crisp up upon cooling). Remove from the oven and let sit for 3-4 minutes, until crisp and easily removed from the sheet.
  6. While the Parmesan crisps are baking, pour the slightly cooled soup mixture into a blender (or food processor) and puree for 1-2 minutes until smooth. (**See Tip below), Add the cream and blend for 10 seconds more. Taste and see if it needs more salt, pepper, or sugar.
  7. Divide the soup among bowls and serve with the Parmesan crisps.

Notes

Tips and Stuff:

As stated in the blog, I halved the recipe ingredients exactly in half and it was great.

**If you're using a blender versus a food processor, after you pour the soup mixture in the blender, firmly put the top on the blender and begin the puree. Pop the lid slightly to vent the heat, but (Important!) not until after you start the blender. I vented it before I punched Puree and ended up with tomato soup on me, my cabinets, and the dog. Be careful!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4Serving Size: 1 bowl
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 335Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 700mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 1gSugar: 11gProtein: 11g

Nutrition Values are Approximate

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FAQs

What's the difference between creamy tomato soup and tomato soup? ›

But what about cream of tomato soup? Any “cream of” soup, tomato included, is pureed like a normal soup but then goes through a “creaming” process, wherein cream is added to the mixture. Cream of tomato soup is actually cooked at a much lower temperature than normal tomato soup.

Is tomato soup good for high blood pressure? ›

Tomato soup is good for blood pressure and blood vessels

Due to its high potassium content, tomato soup helps maintain healthy blood pressure. Your blood pressure is the force with which your blood presses against your blood vessel walls. You don't want this pressure to be too high or too low.

Is tomato soup good for your stomach? ›

By incorporating heirloom tomato soup into your diet, you can increase your fiber intake and support a thriving gut microbiome. Boost Immunity: Heirloom tomatoes are packed with antioxidants, such as lycopene and vitamin C, which have been linked to improved gut health.

Is creamy tomato soup good for you? ›

Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A. It also provides a great deal of lycopene, the compound responsible for most of the health benefits of tomatoes.

Is tomato bisque the same as cream of tomato soup? ›

While both are delicious, they are quite different, especially when it comes to the texture. Tomato bisque is thicker and creamier in texture, and calls for the use of milk and/or cream.

Do tomatoes affect blood pressure? ›

Forget apples—eating a tomato a day might be beneficial for heart health. Tomatoes—popular nightshade vegetables—are rich in potassium, a nutrient known to help lower blood pressure by lessening the effects of sodium in the body. They also play a key role in many heart-healthy diets.

Should diabetics eat tomato soup? ›

Yes, a person with type 2 diabetes can eat tomato soup, but it's important to choose a tomato soup that fits within their dietary needs and preferences. Tomatoes are generally considered a healthy food for people with diabetes as they are low in calories, high in fiber, and a good source of vitamins and minerals.

What time of the day is blood pressure highest? ›

Usually, blood pressure starts to rise a few hours before a person wakes up. It continues to rise during the day, peaking in midday. Blood pressure typically drops in the late afternoon and evening. Blood pressure is usually lower at night while sleeping.

Is tomato soup good for bowel movements? ›

Digestive Health: The dietary fiber in tomatoes promotes digestive health and regular bowel movements. Fiber-rich foods like tomato soup can help prevent constipation and promote a healthy gut microbiome. Versatility in Recipes: This Mediterranean diet staple lends itself to great versatility.

Can you eat tomato soup every day? ›

No, it's not bad for you to eat canned tomato soup once a day. However, it's important to make sure that the soup is made with low-sodium tomatoes and doesn't contain any other unhealthy ingredients.

Can you eat too much tomato soup? ›

Some side effects of lycopene overdose can have chronic effects on the body. For example, excessive lycopene due to tomato consumption can cause diarrhoea, nausea, stomach cramps, gas, and even vomiting. So, if you consume many tomato products, try cutting back on them to see if you notice a difference.

Is tomato soup anti inflammatory? ›

Tomatoes can be part of your overall produce intake because of their healthful nutrients and compounds, such as lycopene, beta carotene and vitamin C, all of which act as antioxidants and exert anti-inflammatory effects in the body.

Why am I so obsessed with tomato soup? ›

An insatiable craving for tomatoes or tomato products is known as tomatophagia. Tomatophagia may sometimes be associated with nutritional deficiencies, especially in pregnant women. It may also occur in people with iron deficiency anemia, even though raw tomatoes are low in iron.

Is tomato soup better with milk or water? ›

You can use either depending on your taste. Water is perfectly fine but using milk will make the end product much richer. With most brands, you can use either option. Milk makes the tomato soup creamier, and it tastes better, that way.

Can I use cream of tomato soup instead of tomato sauce? ›

Although it is likely to change the flavor profile more than other substitutes, tomato soup can work as a tomato sauce substitute. A can of tomato soup can replace 1 cup of tomato sauce. However, because the soup has more liquid than tomato sauce, you should reduce another liquid ingredient by 1/4 cup if possible.

What is cream of tomato soup made of? ›

Simple and satisfying, our creamy tomato soup is a lesson in how easy yet delicious home cooking can be. The recipe is adapted from the book Martha Stewart's Cooking School and it's made with five ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen: butter, onion, garlic, canned tomatoes, and stock or water.

What's the difference between Campbell's tomato soup and tomato sauce? ›

Tomato soup tends to be sweeter and more liquidy than tomato sauce, so it's not a perfect 1:1 substitute. We'd avoid using tomato soup for something like pasta sauce, but it can definitely add a nice tomato-y flavor to recipes like this One Pot Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup, or these Cheesy Baked Beans and Tomatoes.

Is there a difference between tomato sauce and tomato soup? ›

Tomato soup is really just thinned-out tomato sauce

When you think about it, nothing much distinguishes tomato soup from tomato sauce except its degree of thickness.

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