Quick and Easy: How to Make Tomato Soup in the Microwave

I love cooking, but sometimes I just don’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen. On those days, I turn to my microwave for quick and easy meals. One of my favorites is tomato soup. It’s warm, comforting, and perfect for those chilly winter nights. In this article, I’ll share with you my simple recipe for making tomato soup in the microwave.

Table of Contents

Ingredients

To make tomato soup in the microwave, you’ll need the following ingredients:

– 1 can of diced tomatoes

– 1 cup of vegetable broth

– 1 small onion, chopped

– 2 cloves of garlic, minced

– 1 tablespoon of olive oil

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 1 teaspoon of dried basil

– 1/2 cup of heavy cream (optional)

– Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Now let’s move on to the recipe. Start by heating the olive oil in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds.

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the bowl and microwave it for another 2 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

Next, add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Give it a good stir.

Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.

Microwave the soup on high for about 5 minutes, or until it begins to boil.

Remove the bowl from the microwave and let it cool slightly.

Once the soup has cooled, use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the mixture until smooth.

If you prefer a creamier soup, stir in the heavy cream at this point.

Return the soup to the microwave and heat it on high for another 3-4 minutes, or until it is heated through. Be sure to stir the soup every minute or so to ensure even heating.

Once the soup is hot, carefully remove it from the microwave.

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve hot.

Conclusion

Making tomato soup in the microwave is quick, easy, and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and a couple of minutes, you can have a bowl of comforting soup to warm you up on those cold winter nights. So the next time you’re in a hurry or simply don’t feel like cooking, give this recipe a try. You won’t be disappointed!