BEST CREAMY PARMESAN TOMATO SOUP RECIPE

BEST CREAMY PARMESAN TOMATO SOUP RECIPE is loaded with veggies and can be prepared on the stovetop or in the crockpot in minutes. Easy, healthy, and delicious recipe!

Buckle up, buttercups—today we’re diving spoon-first into a silky, dreamy soup that marries the smoky kick of fire-roasted tomatoes with velvety cream and ooey-gooey Parmesan. Think of it as your cozy hug in a bowl, elevated with a veggie base so sneaky even your pickiest eaters will beg for seconds. Celery, carrots, onion, and garlic wine and dine in a buttery sauté before they shimmy into a thick, tomato-ey broth. We finish with a cascade of fresh Parmesan that melts into cheesy nirvana. Are you drooling yet? Let’s do this!

I love soup weather! Especially when I find an easy, delicious soup recipe like this Creamy Tomato Parmesan Soup. The honest truth is, I love soup any time of the year!

It’s an easy way to make a delicious dinner in minutes! I remember eating Campbell’s Tomato soup when I was little and it didn’t do it for me but this is a tomato soup on steroids! You can pair it with a yummy standby grilled cheese or try out our garlic knots!

This soup is ready in less than 30 minutes! Everyone in your family will love it. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak extra veggies into your families diet.

BEST CREAMY PARMESAN TOMATO SOUP RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

8 stalks celery chopped into thirds
8 medium carrots, peeled chopped
1 large onion, peeled and quartered
5-6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 stick of
butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup flour
6 cups chicken broth
2 14 oz. cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
1 tsp EACH dried parsley, black pepper
pinch red pepper flakes optional
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese

GARNISH

freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

BEST CREAMY PARMESAN TOMATO SOUP RECIPE

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep the Veggie Trifecta
Sauté Your Heart Out
In your largest soup pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add the veggie mix, sprinkle in ¼ teaspoon salt, and stir. Sauté for about 8–10 minutes, until the veggies are tender and your kitchen smells like restaurant-level magic.
Roux to Riches
Sprinkle the flour over the softened veggies and whisk continuously for 2 minutes. This forms a roux that’ll thicken your soup into the luscious dream we all crave.
Liquid Assets
Gradually pour in chicken broth, whisking to dissolve any flour lumps. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes with their juices, oregano, remaining salt, parsley, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Simmer & Swoon
Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and let the soup bubble away for 20 minutes. This gives veggies time to fully meld with the smoky tomato base.
Creamy Comeback
Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for 5 minutes—do not boil. You want silky cream, not drama.
Parmesan Finale
Remove from heat, then whisk in 2 cups of freshly grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Serve & Garnish
Ladle into bowls, top with extra Parmesan shreds, a sprinkle of parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil. Grab a crusty baguette and prepare for swooning.

📊 Calorie Count & Nutritional Facts

(Per serving, recipe serves 8)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	380 kcal
Total Fat	27 g
Saturated Fat	15 g
Carbohydrates	25 g
Dietary Fiber	5 g
Sugars	10 g
Protein	10 g
Sodium	890 mg

Note: Nutrition facts are approximate and vary by ingredient brand and portion size.

🔥 Cooking Tips & Pro Tricks

Veggie Chopper: No food processor? Finely dice by hand. Yes, it takes longer, but it’s worth the arm workout.
Flavor Layering: Don’t rush the sauté. The deeper the veggie browning, the richer the soup’s soul.
Lump-Free Roux: When adding flour, keep whisking. A smooth roux = smooth soup. Trust us on this one.
Broth Boost: Homemade chicken broth transforms this from “yummy” to “OMG, recipe, who dis?” If store-bought, choose low-sodium and adjust salt last.
Dairy Drama: Add cream on low heat. High heat = curdled cream heartbreak.
Cheese Quality: Grate your own Parmesan! Pre-shredded stuff has anti-caking agents that can leave grit. Fresh is best.
Make-Ahead Savvy: Soup flavors deepen overnight. Reheat gently, stirring often to keep it creamy.
Veggie Swap: No celery? Use fennel stalks. Want more greens? Toss in a handful of baby spinach at the end.

🌈 Recipe Variations & Upgrades

Spicy Fire-Roasted
Amplify the heat by leaving in tomato skins or stirring in 1 chopped chipotle pepper in adobo.
Italian Stallion
Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth, stir in chopped basil, and top with homemade garlic croutons.
Cream Cheese Dream
Replace half the heavy cream with 4 oz cream cheese for an ultra-rich, tangy twist.
Protein Punch
Stir in cooked shredded rotisserie chicken or crispy bacon bits before serving for a heartier meal.
Vegan Vibe
Use vegan butter, almond milk or coconut cream, and nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan. Swap broth for mushroom stock for umami heaven.
Garden Party
Add diced zucchini, squash, or red bell peppers at the sauté stage. It’s a veggie parade!
Smoke Show
Stir in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika with the oregano for a BBQ-style undertone.

💭 Final Thoughts

Listen up: this soup is the ultimate kitchen flex. It looks like you spent hours laboring over a gourmet recipe, but in reality, you whipped it up while belting out your favorite playlist. The marriage of fire-roasted tomatoes and Parmesan cream is Chef’s Kiss material. Plus, it’s basically Mother Nature-approved—veggies, protein, and healthy fats. Whether it’s a chilly evening or you’re just craving a cozy hug in bowl form, this recipe serves up comfort with a sassy twist.
Make extra. Seriously. Guests will swoon, and leftovers are even better after a day of “let’s get cozy” refrigeration. Pair with warm garlic bread or a crisp green salad and you’ve got a complete show-stopping meal.

Ready to own your soup game? Grab your pot, let that butter melt, and watch your kitchen fill with mouthwatering aromas. This Creamy Fire-Roasted Tomato Parmesan Soup isn’t just dinner—it’s a statement. A statement that says, “I know how to turn humble ingredients into knockout flavor.” So dig in, snap a pic, flex on social media, and bask in the endless compliments. Go forth, soup slayer—it’s time to stir up some magic!

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