Tomato Soup

Crock pot tomato soup is rustic, delicious, and so easy. Made completely from scratch in the crock pot, this soup is full of classic flavor, but it's not full of a lot of work!

When it comes to classic comfort, tomato soup is the undisputed kind of soups. I love to serve this soup with focaccia bread or a grilled cheese sandwich for a classic meal.

Why You’ll Love This Soup

• This recipe for tomato soup in the crock pot is incredibly easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time.
• Slow cooking allows the ingredients to blend perfectly, resulting in a rich and flavorful soup.
• The final touch of heavy cream gives the soup a velvety, luxurious texture that will warm you from the inside out and make you feel like you're indulging in a gourmet meal!

Ingredients

True to its rustic roots, this tomato soup only uses a few simple ingredients to deliver all its delicious flavor.

• Canned whole peeled tomatoes
• Butter
• Garlic
• Onion
• Brown sugar
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Italian seasoning
• Bay leaves
• Tomato paste
• Chicken broth
• Heavy cream (optional)
• Cornstarch (optional)

See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.

How to Make Crock Pot Tomato Soup

1: Add all the ingredients except the heavy cream and cornstarch to the crock pot.

2: Cook until the tomatoes begin to break down.

3: Remove the bay leaves and puree the soup.

4: Add a slurry of cornstarch and water along with heavy cream to the soup and continue to cook until thickened.

Hint

An immersion blender makes pureeing the soup so much easier than using a blender.

Recipe Tips

• If you prefer a smoother texture, thoroughly puree the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender before adding the cornstarch slurry and heavy cream.
• The soup will be very hot once cooked. If you use a blender, put a towel over the lid while blending to prevent it from splashing.
• To prevent the soup from becoming too thin or watery, start with a smaller amount of chicken broth and add more as needed throughout the cooking process.
• For an extra burst of flavor, add a can of fire-roasted tomatoes to the whole peeled tomatoes.
• Whisk the cornstarch thoroughly into the water before adding it to the soup to prevent lumps from forming and ensure a smooth and even consistency in the finished product.

Flavor Variations and Substitutions

• Add a bit of smoked paprika for a touch of smokiness.
• Make this recipe vegan by using vegan butter, vegetable broth, and plant-based cream.
• Add a spicy kick of heat and flavor with cayenne or hot sauce.
• Add chopped carrots, celery, or bell peppers for more flavor.
• Crumbled bacon or diced ham makes a great addition.

Storage

Refrigerate your soup as soon as it's cool for maximum freshness and safety. To reheat the soup, pour it into a saucepan and cook on medium-low until heated through.

Refrigerator: Store for up to 5 days in an air-tight container.

Freezer: Store for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. Defrost the soup in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.