Description
A comforting and delightful dish that blends rich tomato flavors with creamy cheddar dumplings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a large pot over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir in the sugar, salt, and pepper, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumplings. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour in the melted butter and milk, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with fresh basil, if desired.
Notes
For added depth, try using high-quality canned tomatoes, a pinch of red pepper flakes, or different cheeses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg