Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup

Name: Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 heads garlic, sliced in half horizontally; 1 large yellow onion, quartered; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 lb cherry tomatoes, on the vine; 2 medium tomatoes; 1 red bell pepper, cored and quartered; 1.5 cups vegetable stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; black pepper, to taste; salt, to taste; 2 tbsp pesto, for garnish; fresh basil leaves, for garnish; crusty bread, for serving

This creamy roasted tomato soup is made by roasting fresh tomatoes, garlic, onion, and red bell pepper until caramelized, then blending with vegetable stock and heavy cream for a silky texture. The roasting step concentrates natural sweetness and adds deep flavor without long simmering.

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Total

45 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$26–$43

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Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 heads garlic, sliced in half horizontally
1 large yellow onion, quartered
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 lb cherry tomatoes, on the vine
2 medium tomatoes
1 red bell pepper, cored and quartered
1.5 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
black pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
2 tbsp pesto, for garnishoptional
fresh basil leaves, for garnishoptional
crusty bread, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe pan or baking dish, combine the olive oil, garlic halves, quartered onion, thyme sprigs, cherry tomatoes, medium tomatoes, and red bell pepper.
2
Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender, caramelized, and lightly charred.
3
Carefully remove the pan from the oven. Transfer all the roasted vegetables and any accumulated juices into a high-powered blender or food processor.
4
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and into the blender.
5
Add the vegetable stock, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
6
Blend on high speed until the soup is completely smooth and creamy.
7
Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with a swirl of pesto and fresh basil leaves.
8
Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Roast all vegetables cut-side down on a sheet pan with olive oil to maximize caramelization and concentrate natural sugars.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves directly from their skins into the blender—they'll puree smoothly and add deep, sweet flavor.
Blend the soup in batches if using a standard blender; fill no more than halfway to avoid splattering hot liquid.
Add vegetable stock gradually while blending to reach your preferred consistency; add cream last to prevent curdling.

Substitutions

Heavy cream → crème fraîche or sour cream (adds tang; use 1:1 ratio)
Fresh thyme → dried thyme (use 1.5 tsp; add to roasting pan)
Red bell pepper → roasted red pepper from a jar (skip roasting step, add after blending)
Vegetable stock → chicken stock or low-sodium broth (neutral flavor works equally well)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat. Freezes well for up to 3 months (thaw before reheating).

Equipment

blender or immersion blender · sheet pan

Common Questions

Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?

Yes. Substitute 2 cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes for the fresh tomatoes. Reduce roasting time to 20–25 minutes since canned tomatoes release liquid faster.

How do I store leftover tomato soup?

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Can I make this soup dairy-free?

Yes. Replace heavy cream with coconut milk, cashew cream, or oat cream at a 1:1 ratio for a similar texture.

Do I need to peel the tomatoes after roasting?

No. The roasted skins soften significantly and blend smoothly into the soup. If you prefer a completely smooth texture, pass the blended soup through a fine-mesh sieve.