TOMATO AND BREAD SOUP

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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     Soup/Stew     Garlic     Tomato     Kid-Friendly     Basil     Fall     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 cups (1.5 liters); 6 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

four 3/4-inch- (2-cm-) thick slices peasant bread
1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil
3 medium cloves garlic,smashed, peeled, and sliced
1 medium onion, very finely chopped
14 large basil leaves, washed well and cut across into narrow strips
1 3/4 pounds (790 g) plum tomatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch (.5-cm) dice
4 cups (1 liter) chicken stock [for a vegetarian soup, use Garlic Broth ]
2 teaspoons coarse salt, or less if using commercial broth
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
good olive oil, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 225°F (107°C; less than #1/2 gas mark; less than #1/4 British regulo). Place the bread directly on the middle rack of the oven. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, just to dry the bread out; do not brown. Break the bread into large pieces.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Stir in the basil and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Cook at a low boil for 13 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in the stock, bread, salt, and pepper. Return to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring and breaking up the bread with the back of a spoon, for 15 minutes. The bread should break down to a mush. Remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Serve with a few grinds of fresh pepper, and drizzled with some good olive oil.

Beatrice Okonkwo
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This soup is so delicious and easy to make. It's a great recipe for beginner cooks.


Ben Stringer
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover bread. It's a great way to save money and reduce food waste.


Sk kobra Bay
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I'm not a huge fan of tomato soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Batsa Md
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This soup is a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I'll add a little bit of sugar next time.


Barbara Sue Cooper
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the way the bread soaks up the broth.


James Ray
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


WASIMKHAN
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Madeeha Umar
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This was my first time making tomato and bread soup, and it turned out great! I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Paulo Lashid
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup turned out too watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


wishi khan
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


Monica Rios
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YUM! This soup was so flavorful and comforting. I loved the combination of tomatoes, bread, and herbs.


arieta volavola
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This recipe is a keeper! The soup was absolutely delicious and the toasted bread added the perfect touch. I can't wait to make it again.


Yasin Arafat Rabin
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This soup is pure comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


Sajan patel
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This is my new go-to tomato soup recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the way the bread soaks up the broth.


Jude Doran
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the rich, flavorful broth and the crispy bread croutons. Will definitely be making this again.


Ssenyondo Joseph
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This tomato and bread soup was a delightful surprise! The flavors of the fresh tomatoes and herbs blended perfectly, and the toasted bread added a nice texture. I highly recommend this recipe.


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