Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings
If you’re in search of a warm and comforting meal that can be prepared in a flash, look no further than the Best Tomato Soup with Cheddar Bay Dumplings. This delightful dish is not only quick to make but also offers a satisfying blend of creamy tomato goodness paired with fluffy, cheesy dumplings. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a nourishing and delicious bowl of comfort that warms the heart and pleases the palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- 11-ounce packet cheddar bay biscuit mix
- 2 tablespoons butter (for dumplings)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about one minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken stock, then add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Season with sugar, salt, and pepper; let simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the dumpling batter by mixing the biscuit mix with melted butter as per package instructions.
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the simmering soup, cover, and steam for approximately 15 minutes until fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg