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Roasted Tomato Soup with Mozzarella and Basil



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As I’m writing this post, snow is swirling on my balcony, and my usually quaint view of downtown Toronto has become a blur. There’s something quite soothing about watching this unravel, from the warmth of my living room. And what more suiting way to really welcome winter than with a deliciously steamy soup? This soup is perfect to enjoy at this time of year, but also delicious cold in the summertime. Instead of using canned tomatoes, this soup is made with pureed, slowly roasted tomatoes. Tomatoes become so incredibly flavourful and sweet when roasted and work wonderfully in this soup. A simple garnish of mozarella and fresh basil finish off the soup. 

Roasted Tomato Soup with Mozzarella and Basil
15 tomatoes, quartered
2 tsp dried oregano
2 shallots, diced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 cup to 1 cup of low sodium chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Olive oil
Mini mozarella or bocconcini balls
Fresh basil


Preheat oven to 375F. Place the quartered tomatoes and diced shallots in a bowl. Drizzle with 3 tbsp of olive oil, the dried oregano, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread out to create an even layer of tomatoes. If there are too many tomatoes to create one layer, use two baking sheets.

Bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and fragrant. Set aside.

Bring 1 cup of chicken stock to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Set aside.

Add the tomatoes to a food processor and add 1/2 of the chicken broth. Pulse until smooth. Add the tomato paste and pulse again. Add up to 1/2 cup of chicken broth for a thinner consistency.

Serve immediately and garnish with a few mozarella balls and fresh basil. Enjoy!

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13 Comments on Roasted Tomato Soup with Mozzarella and Basil

  1. Jo Andrade
    January 13, 2012 at 1:30 pm (13 years ago)

    boa tarde, que gostoso.

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  3. CulinaryCache
    January 16, 2012 at 1:15 pm (13 years ago)

    One of my favorite soups! I love the addition of cheese to tomato soup, like a warm Caprese for the Winter months. Great post!

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  4. Choclette
    January 17, 2012 at 3:01 pm (13 years ago)

    Soup is perfect at this time of year and I can imagine just how good yours tastes. We’ve not yet had snow here in Cornwall UK, which after last year is a bit of a relief.

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  5. A Canadian Foodie
    January 18, 2012 at 12:40 am (13 years ago)

    One of my favourite soups, ever. Your photo is lush and it is so cold out, I would love some right now. You have motivated me! Truly, my top favourite flavour blends.
    🙂
    V

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  6. Natasha Price
    January 19, 2012 at 10:55 am (13 years ago)

    A gorgeous bowl of soup, I love the mini mozzarella balls there!

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  7. Chocolate Shavings
    January 19, 2012 at 10:31 pm (13 years ago)

    Natasha Price: Thank you – the mozzarella really adds a nice creaminess to the soup!

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  8. Chocolate Shavings
    January 19, 2012 at 10:31 pm (13 years ago)

    A Canadian Foodie: Let me know if you get to try it out – would love to know what you think 😉

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  9. CZARODZIEJKA W KUCHNI
    January 26, 2012 at 2:57 pm (13 years ago)

    tomato soup is one of my favorite. this one looks delicious!!!!

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  10. snixykitchen
    January 28, 2012 at 2:32 am (13 years ago)

    I love the idea of mozzarella balls in the soup! mmm..

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  12. A Canadian Foodie
    March 4, 2012 at 10:28 am (13 years ago)

    Jennifer! I never knew you were Canadian! I am excited about that!
    🙂
    Great recipe!
    🙂
    Valerie

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  13. Chocolate Shavings
    March 4, 2012 at 11:54 am (13 years ago)

    A Canadian Foodie: I’m actually from France, but I’ve been living in Canada for several years!

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