Ultimate Cream of Tomato Soup Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 (28 oz) cans whole tomatoes, drained , reserve 3 cups juice ( not packed in puree)
1 1/2 tbsp dark brown sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 large shallots, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 pinch ground allspice
2 tbsp unbleached all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp brandy or 2 tbsp dry sherry
table salt
cayenne pepper

Directions:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees; adjusting oven rack to upper-middle position.
Line cookie sheet with foil.
Spread tomatoes in single layer on foil, and sprinkle evenly with brown sugar.
Bake until all liquid has evaporated and tomatoes begin to color, about 30 minutes.
Let tomatoes cool slightly, then peel them off foil; transfer to small bowl and set aside.
Heat butter over medium heat in medium nonreactive saucepan until foaming; add shallots, tomato paste, and allspice.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are softened, 7 to 10 minutes.
Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until thoroughly combined, about 30 seconds.
Whisking constantly, gradually adding chicken stock; stir in reserved tomato juice and roasted tomatoes.
Cover, increase heat to medium, and bring to boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and using an immersible blender puree the tomatoes.
(If using a blender, strain mixture into medium bowl.Transfer tomatoes and solids in strainer to blender; add 1 cup strained liquid and puree until smooth. Return to pan and add remaining reserved liquid.).
Add cream, and heat over low heat until hot, about 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in brandy or sherry; season to taste with salt and cayenne, and serve immediately.
To Make Ahead.
This soup can be prepared through step 11 cooled, covered, and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat over low heat before proceeding with step 12.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	350.37 Kcal (1467 kJ)
Calories from fat	163.32 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.15g	28%
Cholesterol	54.23mg	18%
Sodium	179.69mg	7%
Potassium	709.84mg	15%
Total Carbs	38.02g	13%
Sugars	18.5g	74%
Dietary Fiber	4.93g	20%
Protein	8.79g	18%
Vitamin C	15mg	25%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	1.9mg	10%
Calcium	78.7mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	110.41 Kcal (462 kJ)
Calories from fat	51.46 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.72g	28%
Cholesterol	17.09mg	18%
Sodium	56.62mg	7%
Potassium	223.68mg	15%
Total Carbs	11.98g	13%
Sugars	5.83g	74%
Dietary Fiber	1.55g	20%
Protein	2.77g	18%
Vitamin C	4.7mg	25%
Iron	0.6mg	10%
Calcium	24.8mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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savory
bitter
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