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Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings Recipe

Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings Recipe
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This Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings combines a rich, creamy tomato base with cheesy, tender dumplings inspired by classic cheddar bay biscuits. Perfect for a comforting meal, this recipe features a smooth tomato soup made from scratch, enhanced with savory seasonings and finished with delightful cheddar-infused dumplings baked right in the pot.

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

  1. Cook the Base Ingredients: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet onion and sauté until translucent and soft. Stir in 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to form a roux that will thicken the soup.
  2. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Slowly pour in 3 cups of chicken stock while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add the canned diced tomatoes with their liquid. Stir the mixture until smooth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Season with 1 teaspoon sugar, 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
  3. Puree the Soup (Optional): For a smooth consistency, divide the soup into two batches and puree each in a blender until silky. Return the pureed soup to the pot and warm up to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook the Dumplings: Prepare the cheddar bay biscuit mix according to the package instructions to form the batter. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the simmering soup. Cover the pot and let dumplings cook for 15 to 20 minutes until they are cooked through and no longer doughy in the center.
  5. Prepare Butter Sauce and Serve: While the dumplings cook, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and mix it with the seasoning packet that comes with the biscuit mix. Brush this flavorful butter sauce over the tops of the dumplings directly in the pot. Serve the soup hot with dumplings and enjoy the warm, cheesy comfort.

Notes

  • Pureeing the soup is optional; leaving it chunky provides a rustic texture.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock.
  • Make sure the dumplings are fully cooked by checking that they are firm and no longer doughy inside.
  • Use low-sodium chicken stock if you prefer a less salty soup and adjust added salt accordingly.
  • Leftover soup with dumplings can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but is best enjoyed fresh as dumplings may soften over time.

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Keywords: tomato soup, cheddar bay dumplings, creamy tomato soup, cheddar biscuit dumplings, comfort food soup, easy tomato soup recipe

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