Indulgent Cheese Dumpling Tomato Soup That Warms the Soul
This Cheese Dumpling Tomato Soup is a comforting, creamy dish featuring fluffy dumplings, perfect for chilly evenings.
Equipment
- large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Immersion Blender
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with canola or avocado oil
- 1 large Yellow Onion chopped; shallots can be used for a milder taste
- 3 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is preferred
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can be omitted if not available
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
- 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes forms the base of the soup
- 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth water can be substituted
- 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar balances acidity of tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil fresh herbs can elevate taste
- 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut milk serves as a dairy-free option
- to taste Kosher Salt adjust according to taste
- to taste Black Pepper adjust according to taste
Dumplings
- 1 cup Whole-Milk Ricotta cottage cheese is a substitute
- 1 cup Low-Moisture Mozzarella fresh mozzarella can enhance texture
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast for vegan options
- 1 large Egg use a flax egg for vegan option
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour a gluten-free blend can work
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for best results
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can be omitted
Optional Garnishes
- to taste Extra Grated Parmesan for serving
- to taste Olive Oil for serving
- to taste Melted Butter for serving
Instructions
Soup Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic, tomato paste, and optional red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant, around 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, granulated sugar, and dried basil. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Blend the soup to your desired smoothness using an immersion blender or a traditional one. Stir in heavy cream and season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
Dumpling Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan, egg, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and parsley. Mix until a thick batter forms.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the barely simmering soup. Cover and cook for about 6-8 minutes until they puff up.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and finish with a sprinkle of extra parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil or melted butter.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for dipping or a light side salad for a refreshing complement.