Description
Warm up with a bowl of Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings, the ultimate comfort food that beautifully combines rich, hearty tomato soup and fluffy, cheesy dumplings. This delightful dish is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, offering a satisfying meal that is both simple to prepare and wonderfully flavorful. With just a handful of common ingredients, this recipe transforms your kitchen into a haven of warmth and deliciousness. Whether you’re enjoying it on a chilly night or impressing guests during special occasions, this comforting dish will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, parsley, and cheddar cheese. Mix in milk and melted butter until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter onto the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the dumplings are puffed and cooked through.
- Ladle soup into bowls with dumplings on top; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg