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Hey friends!
Looking for a warm and comforting dish? I’ve got a delicious recipe just for you!
Today, I’m excited to share my tomato blue cheese soup.
It’s rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. Plus, it’s really easy to whip up!
Perfect for a cozy night in or when you want to impress your friends.
Let’s dive in!
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 30-40 minutes |
| Total Time | 40-55 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 14.5 ounces vegetable broth
- 3 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup dried red wine
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Crackers (for serving)
Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add ½ cup of chopped celery and ½ cup of chopped onion to the pan.
Sauté the vegetables for about 10 minutes until they are soft but not browned, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 2: Add Base Ingredients
Once the vegetables are tender, add a 14.5-ounce can of vegetable broth and 3 cups of crushed tomatoes (or your choice of tomatoes with juice) to the pan.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of sugar, ¼ teaspoon of dried thyme, and ¼ cup of dried red wine (or additional broth if you prefer not to use wine).
Step 3: Simmer the Soup
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Allow the soup to cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
This will help meld the flavors together.
Step 4: Add Cream and Cheese
After 20 minutes of simmering, add 1 cup of cold half-and-half (or cream) to the soup.
Stir well to combine.
Then, add ½ cup of crumbled blue cheese, stirring until the cheese begins to blend into the soup, giving it a creamy consistency.
Step 5: Final Touches and Serving
Turn off the heat and let the soup sit for a moment to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the soup warm or hot, optionally garnished with additional cream cheese and cracked black pepper for an extra touch of flavor.
