Tomato cream soup with cream
Description
Perfect for lunch. Making creamy tomato soup is pure pleasure, especially in summer when it becomes popular as it can be enjoyed cold. Before cooking the soup, tomatoes should be peeled and blended. Croutons make an ideal addition to this soup. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To make this soup, we need to properly prepare the tomatoes. First, dip them in boiling water, then in cold water. After that, remove their skin.
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Step 2
2. You will need about 6-7 medium-sized tomatoes. Choose the tomato variety according to your taste.
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Step 3
3. Sauté the onion over low heat until golden, add the carrot and cook until done.
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Step 4
4. While the soup is cooking, cut the white bread into small pieces and put them into a preheated oven. You can add spices to the croutons beforehand.
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Step 5
5. Blend the tomatoes in a blender and transfer to a saucepan, adding water or broth (if the soup is not intended to be vegetarian).
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Step 6
6. Add salt and spices, bring to a boil.
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Step 7
7. Simmer the soup for about 15 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly. You can add herbs, as tomatoes "love" them very much.
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Step 8
8. At the very end, add the cream and cook for another 10 minutes.
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Step 9
9. Serve the tomato cream soup with cream, croutons, and (if desired) fresh herbs.