MAKEOVER CREAM OF TOMATO SOUP

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Brooklyn, Michigan's Linda Parkhurst asked us to lighten up her classic soup, we were eager to help out. Velvety Makeover Cream of Tomato Soup is the heartwarming result. Not only is it table-ready in 30 minutes, but it's a healthy way to warm up after a day of snowy fun.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings (3 cups crackers).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) reduced-sodium condensed tomato soup, undiluted
4 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium V8 juice
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
SEASONED OYSTER CRACKERS:
3 cups oyster crackers
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
9 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine stewed tomatoes and cream cheese; cover and process until smooth. Set aside. , In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until crisp-tender; Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Whisk in tomato soup, V8 and tomato paste until blended. Gradually stir in cream cheese mixture, half-and-half and basil. Cook and stir until heated through (do not boil)., In a large bowl, combine the seasoned oyster crackers, oil, dressing mix, garlic powder and dill; toss to coat. Ladle soup into bowls; sprinkle with crackers and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 893mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mia T
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This soup is so good! I love the creamy texture and the roasted tomatoes add a nice depth of flavor.


Shannon Holland
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I added a little bit of chili powder to this soup and it gave it a nice kick. I also served it with some crusty bread and it was perfect.


Saul wangila
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This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I will definitely be making it again.


Muhammed Shorab
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I'm not a big fan of tomato soup, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The roasted tomatoes and the cream cheese made it really creamy and flavorful.


Lee Beal
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a big hit with my family. They loved the flavor and the roasted tomatoes.


konik hasan
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This soup is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend it.


Madni Ebad
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I love that this recipe uses fresh tomatoes. It makes the soup taste so much better.


Carzychild Childcarzy
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This soup was so easy and quick to make. I had it on the table in under an hour.


Zadi Khan
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I've made this soup several times and it's always delicious. I love the roasted tomatoes and the addition of cream cheese.


Mdraihan Ali
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This is my new favorite tomato soup recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the roasted tomatoes added a nice depth of flavor.


David emmanuel
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This tomato soup was so flavorful and easy to make! I loved that I could use fresh tomatoes from my garden.