Smoked Tomato Soup with Mascarpone
This Smoked Tomato Soup with Mascarpone takes classic tomato soup to the next level with smoky Roma tomatoes and creamy mascarpone. Pair it with a grilled cheese sandwich for the ultimate comfort meal!
Ingredients
- 10 Roma tomatoes about 2 pounds
- ¼ cup olive oil divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 shallots finely diced; about ½ cup diced
- 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- ¼ cup mascarpone cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut off the tops of the tomatoes and slice them in half.
- Toss them with olive oil and garlic, then smoke at 180°F for about an hour. Increase the heat to 250°F and continue smoking until soft.
- Cook shallots in olive oil until they’re translucent.
- Add the smoked tomatoes, broth, and herbs to the pot. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove thyme stems, then blend the soup until smooth.
- Return the soup to the pot, stir in balsamic vinegar, and whisk in mascarpone until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with a drizzle of mascarpone mixed with milk or cream.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- San Marzano tomatoes work well, but avoid using high-water content varieties like beefsteak.
- Cream cheese can replace mascarpone, but it won’t be quite as rich.
- Be cautious when blending hot liquids—an immersion blender can be safer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 159kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 448mgPotassium: 309mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1027IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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