Secrets to perfecting favorite tomato soup recipe

The base of every tomato soup is broth. It imparts the soup with a unique, homemade taste. The broth base allows for a creative approach to the soup — you can enhance it with fresh tomatoes, tomato purée, or tomato concentrate based on personal preference.

With the right spices like herbs, garlic, or a bit of sugar, you can balance the acidity of the tomatoes, giving the soup a unique character. Cream, parsley, and even dried tomatoes are key elements that accentuate the flavor and add elegance to the soup. How to make tomato soup? The recipe is simple:

Ingredients for tomato soup from broth:

                  
• 1 quart of broth (preferably from the previous day)
• 1 3/4 to 2 cups of tomato purée
• 3 tablespoons of tomato concentrate (optional)
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 onion
• 1/2 cup of 18% cream
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish
• Cooked pasta or rice for serving

How to make tomato soup?

The preparation of tomato soup starts with reheating the broth, which serves as the base. Gradually add the tomato purée to balance the soup's flavor. For a more intense taste, you can add some tomato concentrate. Meanwhile, sauté the finely chopped onion and garlic in a pan, then add them to the soup pot. Season the mixture with sugar, salt, and pepper to perfectly balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Finally, add the cream, pre-tempered with a ladle of hot soup. Serve the prepared tomato soup with pasta or rice, garnished with parsley.

Tomato soup from broth is not just reserved for everyday dinners. It can be a wonderful menu element for special occasions such as family celebrations or parties. Thanks to its rich taste, it works well as a light yet filling first course.

By serving the tomato soup in stylish bowls with elegant additions, you can easily elevate an ordinary dish to a festive meal. This illustrates that a soup commonly seen as a home classic can also shine as a culinary masterpiece.

Those who enjoy experimenting with flavors can introduce exotic spices or unusual vegetables into the tomato soup, transforming the traditional taste.

Additions like ginger, cumin, or even pieces of avocado can surprise and create new, exciting flavor combinations that make the tomato soup even more aromatic.