Roasted Tomato Soup with Crispy Gruyre Toasts
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Roasted Tomato Soup with Crispy Gruyre Toasts, a perfect dish to embrace the cozy vibes of fall. This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted roma and cherry tomatoes, complemented by aromatic garlic and onion, creating a velvety soup that warms both body and soul. Topped with golden, crispy Gruyre toasts, this dish not only shines as a comforting meal on chilly evenings but also impresses as an elegant starter for gatherings. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with sides like salads or grilled cheese sandwiches, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 roma tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 head garlic
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 5 large basil leaves
- 1 baguette (thinly sliced)
- Shredded Gruyre cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F.
- In an oven-safe dish, combine halved roma tomatoes, whole cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, halved garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 3040 minutes until tender.
- For stovetop preparation: simmer the same ingredients in a large pot until tender.
- Prepare the toasts by drizzling olive oil over thin baguette slices and topping with shredded Gruyre. Bake until melted and crispy (about 15 minutes).
- Blend the roasted mixture with vegetable broth and basil until smooth. Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot topped with crispy toasts and fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg