Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings
Warm up with this delicious Tomato Soup paired with cheesy Cheddar Bay Dumplings. This comforting dish combines the rich flavors of diced tomatoes, sweet onion, and herbs, topped with fluffy dumplings that bring a delightful twist to your meal. Perfect for a cozy night in or as a hearty lunch, this recipe is simple enough for any home cook to master.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 43.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with liquid)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 11-ounce packet cheddar bay biscuit mix
- 2 tablespoons butter (for dumplings)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually add chicken stock and canned tomatoes (including liquid), stirring well to combine.
- Add sugar, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the cheddar bay dumplings according to package instructions using the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture onto the simmering soup and cover the pot. Cook for an additional 10 minutes until dumplings are fluffy and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg