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Classic Tomato Soup

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A proper homemade tomato soup, costed to the penny and ready in half an hour. Smooth, comforting and miles cheaper than anything from a tin.

Prep 5 mins
Cook 25 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £0.55

Approx £2.19 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours →

S by Steven Tobin · Published 15 Jun 2026
Classic Tomato Soup

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Soften the chopped onion and grated carrot in a little oil over a medium heat for 6-7 minutes until soft.
  2. 2
    Stir in the garlic and tomato puree and cook for 1 minute.
  3. 3
    Add the chopped tomatoes, crumbled stock cube, sugar, mixed herbs and 400ml water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  4. 4
    Blitz until smooth with a stick blender, then stir through the cream and season with salt and pepper.
  5. 5
    Reheat gently without boiling and serve with bread.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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