My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup has been my favorite soup ever since I can remember. Creamy tomato goodness in every spoonful!
Best Tomato Soup Recipe
This is the recipe for My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup and it is not only the best cream of tomato soup but the easiest too!
She made this soup for me every time I saw her. Really. She was an incredible woman and this soup is absolutely delicious. I never puree the soup myself, just because she didn't, but it is fabulous either way!
It took me forever to be able to make her soup and no matter what I do it never quite tastes the same way it did when she made it. No matter how hard I try!
Easy Tomato Soup Recipe
This super easy tomato soup recipe is definitely fool proof! You don't have to worry about anything. This amazing soup turns out perfectly, every time you make it.
I started off trying to make this soup years ago with milk, because she would use milk when she was out of cream, and every time I did the milk would curdle.
You are going to laugh but I used to cry. I just wanted to taste some of her soup so badly. Looking back I just missed her and this soup totally reminds me of her.
Finally, I gave up and have been using cream ever since! It is true that you can't curdle and ruin cream! Now that I am able to make the soup with milk, and without curdling it, I choose not to and probably never will.
What To Serve With Soup
My Grandma always said that you can never have too many options when it comes to soup side dishes. This ensured that you could switch it up and make a totally different meal with each side dish.
She also gave me the recipe for these super delicious wonton crisps that you will fall in love with when you try them!
Cream of Tomato Soup Recipe with Canned Tomatoes
My grandparents lived on a farm and my grandfather grew all of the vegetables and my grandmother did all of the canning and whatever work that needed to be done in the kitchen!
They used to end up with so many tomatoes that they would send boxes and boxes of them home with us for all of the neighbors and friends to use.
I remember the cold room or cellar in their basement being full of homemade canned tomatoes, among so many other things. She worked tirelessly to preserve all of the fruit and vegetables my grandfather handed her! Those were the good ol' days!
This soup uses canned tomatoes to make the BEST cream of tomato soup recipe I have ever tasted and I suspect you will feel the exact same way after you try it.
Ingredients for the Best Creamy Tomato Soup Recipe
- canned tomatoes
- onions
- sugar
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
- butter
- flour
- heavy or whipping cream
- macaroni noodles
How to make My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup
Combine tomatoes, onion, sugar, salt, pepper and paprika in medium sized saucepan over medium heat.
Simmer gently.
Cook noodles, if using, according to package directions.
In a another large saucepan blend butter and flour, salt and pepper.
Let bubble over low heat.
Slowly add cream.
Cook and stir with a whisk until smooth and thickened.
Add hot tomato mixture.
Heat to almost boiling.
Puree in small batches if desired.
Add cooked macaroni noodles or vegetables if desired. As much or as little as you want. Maybe make yourself a grilled cheese sandwich! I can't be the only one who enjoyed both as a child. Can I?
Serve.
Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
When I am in the mood for something a little different I have to admit I add about ¼ of a cup of chopped fresh basil leaves (12) to the canned tomato mixture to simmer with the onions.
I have also added a tablespoon of dried basil leaves and also been happy with the result. As you would expect I preferred using the fresh basil.
I always use my emulsion blender to puree this version of creamy tomato soup.
Served hot with some parmesan cheese sprinkled on top of the soup and maybe some big croutons and you will not be disappointed!
Can you freeze My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup?
Yes, you bet you can freeze it! By using heavy or whipping cream freezing becomes possible and a great and easy idea.
If you choose to use milk or half and half in the soup DO NOT add it to the portion of your soup that you want to freeze. Freeze your soup without milk or half and half and then add some after your soup has defrosted and you are reheating it.
I have included a list of our favorite cream soups below and it's funny but I don't always include the cream in all of them because they ALL taste great without it, in our opinion.
We recommend tasting your soup before adding the cream, whenever possible, or use less to get the taste you are looking for or desire.
I also don't always blend or puree the soups after they are made. Sometimes I just don't feel like doing it and other times I am just in the mood for a chunky soup. Taste yours and see what you prefer.
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The Best Cream of Broccoli Soup
Butternut Squash, Pear, Leek, Carrot and Parsnip Soup
Other Soup Recipes to Try
Slow Cooker Moroccan Tomato Soup
Slow Cooker Italian Hamburger Soup
Copycat PF Changs Canada Green Veggie Soup
My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup Video
My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup
Equipment
- 2 saucepans
Ingredients
Instructions
- Get out all of your ingredients and get them measured. You are going to be making the Best Cream of Tomato Soup!
- Combine tomatoes, onion, sugar, salt, pepper and paprika in medium sized saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer gently for around 7 minutes.
- Cook noodles, if using, according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a another large saucepan melt butter. Add flour, salt and pepper.
- Let bubble over low heat for about three minutes.
- Slowly add cream or milk. Cook and stir with a whisk until smooth and thick.
- Add to hot tomato mixture. Stir and heat to almost boiling.
- At this point you can puree the soup in small batches with a stand mixer or use an emulsion blender if you want. I never do because my grandmother never did. My friend always does when she makes this terrific soup! The decision is up to you!
- Add cooked macaroni noodles or other vegetables if desired. Add some cheese (parmesan or cheddar), some crackers or croutons! Maybe make yourself a grilled cheese sandwich! I can't be the only one who enjoyed both as a child. Can I?
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Holli says
I saw your comment responce about adding sugar to neutralize the acid. Its scientificly proven sugar does not neutralize acid. It is a wives tale/myth. What sugar does is help over ride the acid "taste" of the tomatoes and you get a fuller tomato taste.
Karin and Ken says
Thank you for the information! Both my grandmother and mother told me that and I assumed it was true. Thank you so much for letting me know! All the best. Karin
Leah Shepard says
I have made this soup about three times and love it! I love the tang of the tomatoes and the pepper is a great spice in it! Thank you for sharing!
Karin and Ken says
As always you’re most welcome! I’ve loved this soup my entire life and I’m happy to share it. My grandmother would have loved her recipe being shared in this way. I just wish she was able to see it. All of her soups were wonderful. Actually everything she made was great. Thank you for taking the Tim’s to comment. You made my night. All the best. Karin
Jen says
This is incredible. Honestly. I love the noodles. This is tomato soup times 100! So good thanks. I make huge batches for the shelter and it's always a hit. Thanks 😊
Karin and Ken says
I can’t thank you enough for taking the time to let me know. I’m so happy you are enjoying this recipe. I’ve loved it my whole life! All the best. Karin
Susan says
This was the best, easiest tomato soup I ever made!!! Using the canned tomatoes was a pretext for when the 70 tomato plants in our garden all ripen at the same time!
Karin and Ken says
I am so happy to hear you enjoyed this easy soup as much as we do! Sounds like you'll have as many fresh tomatoes as we get! Lots of fun 😉 and so worth it once all is said and done! Take care and all the best. Karin
Suzanne says
My grandmother made this and she always put some baking soda in the tomatoes to neutral ice the acid of the tomatoes so that the white sauce would not curdle.
Karin and Ken says
I can’t thank you enough for taking the time to comment and let me know. I have never heard of that. I was always taught to add a little sugar. Thank you for the suggestion. I’m going to try that myself. Take care and be well. Karin
sharyn bowden says
I just made your grandma's tomato soup it is amazing so easy to make I don't want to share lol
had to juggle amounts a bit as our can sizes etc are different as I live in Adelaide South Australia will certainly be making it again
Karin and Ken says
Thank you for taking the time to let me know that you enjoyed her soup! You truly made my day! Hopefully you find some other recipes on this site that you enjoy just as much! Take care and all the best. Karin
Laura Ward says
Do you use 28 oz of tomatoes total or is each can 28 oz?
Karin and Ken says
I will clarify the recipe but it requires 2 cans that are 28 oz. each for a total of 56 oz. This soup is terrific and I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! All the best. Karin
Barb Fox says
If you had a pinch of baking soda into the tomato mixture befire adding milk it wont curdle
Karin and Ken says
I have been waiting for that suggestion my entire life! I am going to try making the soup this weekend with milk and can't thank you enough. I am actually nervous as I sit here thinking about making it! I am truly grateful. Take care and all the best. Karin
pat flannery says
We just made your Grandma's Recipe. It's a Keeper.!!!!!
Karin and Ken says
Thank you for taking the time to let me know! You truly made my day! Hopefully you find some other recipes on this site that you enjoy just as much! All the best to you. Karin