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Tomato Soup & Cheesy Herbed Dumplings – A Cozy, Comforting Bowl

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Creamy tomato soup with fluffy, cheesy herb dumplings — the ultimate comforting one-pot meal, perfect for cozy nights and easy dinners.

Ingredients

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Tomato Soup:

  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • ½ tsp dried basil

  • 1 bay leaf

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • ½ cup heavy cream or milk (optional)

Dumplings:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or parmesan

  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs

  • 2 tbsp cold butter, cubed

  • ½ cup milk or buttermilk

Instructions

  • Sauté onion in butter until soft. Add garlic and tomato paste.

  • Stir in tomatoes, broth, sugar, basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

  • Simmer 15–20 mins. Blend if desired. Stir in cream. Keep at low simmer.

  • For dumplings, mix flour, baking powder, salt, herbs, and cheese.

  • Cut in butter. Stir in milk gently until dough forms.

  • Drop by spoonfuls into soup. Cover and simmer on low 15 mins.

  • Serve hot with fresh herbs and extra cheese.

Notes

  • Don’t lift the lid while dumplings cook.

  • Use sharp cheese for best flavor.

  • Vegan and gluten-free variations included.

Find it online: https://simplehomeflavors.com/tomato-soup-cheesy-herbed-dumplings-a-cozy-comforting-bowl/