World Famous Cluck & Squeal Tomato Soup
This Cluck & Squeal Creamy Tomato Soup is simple to make, comforting, and has a complex flavour profile. Follow our simple instructions and you’ll be craving a bowl of tomato soup paired with a gooey Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
Recipe by Marc Cardinali. From Cluck & Squeal.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 35 min
Serves: 4–6
Method: Stovetop & blender
Ingredients
- 2 cans (28 oz / 796 ml each) plain diced tomatoes (no herbs)
- 1–2 cups white kidney beans, rinsed (2 cups for a thick soup, 1 cup for a lighter one)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ¾ cup chopped sweet onion
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup light olive oil (light in flavour)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1½ tbsp Cluck & Squeal All Purpose Seasoning & BBQ Rub
- 1½ tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- A piece of Parmigiano-Reggiano rind (optional)
Directions
1. Soften the Onion
Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium-low heat. Add the onion, coat it well in the butter and let it soften for 2–3 minutes. Add the water, turn the heat to medium-high and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
2. Simmer
Add the diced tomatoes, white kidney beans and vegetable broth. Combine well and keep the heat at medium-high for a simmering boil for 10 minutes.
3. Blend
Blend the hot soup in small batches, filling the blender no more than halfway. Start slowly and pulse while holding the lid on tight, then purée on high until smooth. Return the soup to the pot over medium heat and bring it back to a low simmer.
4. Season & Finish
Whisk in the All Purpose, salt and light olive oil. Add the Parmigiano rind now, if using, for a rich umami depth.
When the soup starts to lightly boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10–12 minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Enjoy!
Tips & variations
The perfect pair. Serve with a gooey grilled cheese sandwich or simple sourdough bread for dipping.
Thick or light? Use 2 cups of beans for a thick, traditional purée, or 1 cup for a thinner, lighter soup.
More recipe notes
Simple, comforting and full of flavour.
This Cluck & Squeal Creamy Tomato Soup, seasoned with Cluck & Squeal All Purpose Seasoning & BBQ Rub, is simple to make and has a complex flavour profile. Follow our simple steps and you'll be craving a bowl paired with a gooey grilled cheese sandwich.
