Italian Tomato Soup Recipe with Tomato Puree
Sweet vine-ripened flavor is the focus in this luscious and satisfying Italian tomato soup that celebrates the richness of long summer days.
Made with Tomato puree
Mutti® Tomato Puree (Passata) is sun-ripened 100% Italian tomatoes transformed into sweet velvety puree with just a touch of Mediterranean sea salt. After eliminating the skin and seeds, the tomatoes are pureed to achieve a smooth, luxurious texture while maintaining their bright red color and naturally sweet flavor. Fantastic in marinara sauce, tomato soup, or even a Bloody Mary.
Easy
Ingredients
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1/4
cup
extra virgin olive oil
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1
bay leaf
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1
medium leek, very thinly sliced
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24.5
oz
Mutti® Tomato Puree (Passata)
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1/2
cup
unsalted butter
(cut into small cubes)
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1/2
cup
heavy or light cream
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1/2
cup
fresh basil leaves
(finely chopped, plus additional for garnish)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Parmigiano Reggiano
(grated )
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crispy focaccia croutons
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Italian Tomato Soup Recipe with Tomato Puree: Method
- Slice and thoroughly wash leek to remove all sand and dirt.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add bay leaf and leek and cook slowly until leek is until golden, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
- Add Mutti® Tomato Puree (Passata) and butter and bring to a simmer, stirring to melt butter. Remove from heat and stir in cream and basil. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve this Italian tomato soup recipe with leek in espresso cups or small tumblers, garnished with additional chopped basil, Parmigiano Reggiano and crispy croutons.
