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A cozy tomato soup simmered with garlic and herbs, topped with fluffy cheesy herbed dumplings. Comforting, flavorful, and ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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For the Soup:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 carrot, finely diced (optional)

  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes

  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth

  • 1/2 tsp dried basil

  • 1/2 tsp oregano

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional)

For the Dumplings:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley or chives

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 2 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  • In a soup pot, heat oil and butter. Sauté onion (and carrot if using) until soft.

  • Add garlic and cook 1 min. Stir in tomatoes, broth, herbs, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15–20 min. Blend if desired.

  • Stir in cream or milk if using.

  • In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, cheese, and herbs. Add milk and butter. Stir to form sticky dough.

  • Drop spoonfuls of dough into simmering soup.

  • Cover pot tightly and simmer on low for 15–18 min. Do not lift lid.

  • Serve hot, topped with herbs and extra cheese if desired.