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Easy Tomato Soup

January 7, 2013 by Amy 17 Comments

A super simple and easy tomato soup loaded with golden onions and tiny Acini di Pepe pasta, delivering bold wonderful flavor!

tomato soup in white bowl

Paul and I are both December babies. Only two days apart, actually, with my birth occurring first. So, one more year under our belts and one more year of me teasing how lucky he is to have married an older, experienced, wiser woman.

Also another year where sister Jen hosted an incredible combo birthday brunch for us.

Without fail, there is always something new that I devour and that leaves me pleading for the recipe.

easy tomato soup

THIS Easy Tomato Soup.

I fell in love immediately, and after three servings, I was so stuffed I barely had room for dessert.

A few things that make this Easy Tomato Soup different from other tomato soups is that the onions cook until golden, and my favorite tiny Acini di Pepe pasta is added. It’s thick and luscious.

easy tomato soup

Truly like no other I have ever had before. It’s so simple and delicious!

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Easy Tomato Soup
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
A super simple and easy tomato soup loaded with tiny Acini di Pepe pasta and bold flavor!
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy, soup, tomato
Servings: 6
Calories: 286 kcal
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium sweet onions , diced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken stock
  • 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • Large pinch of saffron threads (optional)
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Acini di Pepe pasta
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Directions
  1. In a large pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  2. Stir in the chicken stock, tomatoes, saffron (if using), and salt and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, add in the tiny pasta and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the cream, return the soup to a simmer and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Turn off heat, cover the pot of soup, and let rest while you make your croutons (this will allow the pasta to plump up a bit more.)
  4. Serve hot soup with croutons, crackers, or grilled cheese sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Tomato Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 820mg34%
Potassium 675mg19%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 576IU12%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 89mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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Comments

  1. Erin V says

    January 9, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    I only made the soup, since I was serving it with panini, but it was delicious! I like tomato soup, but I find that I get tired of it after a few spoonfuls. The pasta in this recipe made it more interesting, and the saffron added a nice extra flavor. I couldn’t find acini di pepe at my grocery store, so I used fideo instead (short cut spaghetti). It worked well. I will definitely make this again! Next time I will try it with the croutons.

    Reply
  2. Katie says

    February 10, 2017 at 11:14 am

    Hey, I was just wondering how the soup does for leftovers. Does sitting make the pasta swell and mushy?

    Reply
    • Amy @Belly Full says

      February 10, 2017 at 11:42 am

      Hi Katie – my family loves this soup the next day! The pasta is fine.

      Reply
  3. Dani H says

    January 9, 2013 at 7:04 pm

    Oh, my gosh! I love the idea of grilled cheese croutons!!! They could also be an option in French onion soup. I’ve never been fond of tomato soup, but I’m rethinking that with this recipe. I love fresh tomatoes and grilled tomatoes, otherwise I have to be “in the mood.” {smile}

    Belated Happy Birthday!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 10, 2013 at 6:35 am

      Thanks, Dani :D ((hugs))

      Reply
  4. Kim says

    January 9, 2013 at 11:55 am

    Yum!!!

    Reply
  5. julia says

    January 8, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    Those croutons look amazing! What a fun and great idea to spice up the classic tomato soup.

    Reply
  6. Aggie says

    January 8, 2013 at 2:14 pm

    Looooove tomato soup, even more with those glorious cheesy croutons!

    Reply
  7. Lisa@The Cutting Edge of Ordinary says

    January 8, 2013 at 6:31 am

    I hate tomatoes, but I love ketchup.
    I hate tomatoes, but I love tomato sauce.
    I hate tomatoes, but I love tomato soup, especially this with Acini di Pepe in it!
    I hate tomatoes, but I’m going to make this soup!

    I know – I’m weird.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 8, 2013 at 3:02 pm

      No kidding, Lisa!? That’s so un-Italian! Ha. I sort of get it, though. Sounds like you like the flavor of tomatoes, but not the texture…or maybe you need them mixed up with other ingredients…maybe?

      Reply
  8. Joanne says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:20 pm

    I am always always always looking for a new tomato soup recipe. Most as a vehicle for eating grilled cheese. It’s just the best.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 7, 2013 at 7:07 pm

      For sure. Tomato soup and grilled cheese is like peanut butter and jelly, bread and butter, cookies and milk…

      Reply
  9. Kim says

    January 7, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    Older wives unite! I’m one, too– three months difference. And oh how I love Gruyere. I have some in the fridge right now that I am going to get out to taste and dream I am making this tonight. I’m not, though. It’s salad night here and BOY do I feel cheated now. This looks so much more comforting.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 7, 2013 at 7:05 pm

      Older women unite, indeed! Who knew?? HA.

      Gruyere is actually my favorite cheese…a total weakness. It’s really what drew me to this recipe, not the soup! Little did I know, I would absolutely swoon over the entire thing. Put it on your menu for next week!

      Reply
  10. Bev @ Bev Cooks says

    January 7, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    Oh my gosh I’m dying for thiiiiiiis.

    Reply
  11. kristy @ the wicked noodle says

    January 7, 2013 at 11:04 am

    Yet another thing we have in common – I’m older than Alan! By about 11 months. And I’m SO much wiser, too :) HA!

    AND I love, love, love tomato soup! I can’t believe I’ve never posted my recipe for it? But I’m going to have to try yours now, too, especially since it has saffron in it – YUM! And the Gruyere croutons are perfect with it. Adding to my recipe bucket list!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 7, 2013 at 7:02 pm

      How funny about you and Alan! *high five*

      I know a lot of people have their own tomato soup recipe near and dear to them… for the longest time I always relied on a particular tomato bisque, made with a tiny bit of cream. But this one? I don’t know. It just might be my new favorite.

      Reply

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