Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings Recipe
This delightful Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings combines a rich, creamy tomato base with soft, flavorful cheddar bay dumplings that cook right in the soup. The dumplings bring a comforting, savory twist to the classic tomato soup, making it a perfect hearty meal for any day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 chopped sweet onion
- 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
Dumplings
- 11-ounce packet cheddar bay biscuit mix
- 2 tablespoons butter (for butter sauce)
Instructions
- Cook the Base Ingredients: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute to form a roux, which will thicken the soup.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Slowly pour in the chicken stock and canned diced tomatoes with their liquid while stirring to avoid lumps. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Season with sugar, coarse salt, and ground black pepper to taste.
- Puree the Soup (Optional): For a smooth texture, divide the soup into two portions and carefully puree each in a blender until smooth. Return the pureed soup to the pot and bring back to a simmer.
- Cook the Dumplings: Prepare the cheddar bay biscuit mix according to package instructions, typically combining the mix with water. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the simmering soup, spacing them evenly. Cover the pot and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until dumplings are cooked through and no longer doughy inside.
- Prepare Butter Sauce and Serve: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and mix it with the seasoning packet included in the biscuit mix. Brush this butter sauce over the tops of the dumplings still in the pot to add flavor and a glossy finish. Serve the soup hot with dumplings and enjoy this comforting meal.
Notes
- Pureeing the soup is optional; you can leave it chunky if preferred.
- Make sure the dumplings are fully cooked by cutting one open to check for doughiness.
- If you want a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock.
- Use low-sodium chicken stock to reduce salt content if desired.
Keywords: tomato soup, cheddar bay dumplings, comfort food, easy soup recipe, homemade soup, biscuit dumplings
