Introducing Start Local, a new recipe series from The Land Connection in partnership with the Illinois Farm Bureau! Each recipe is designed with everyday cooks in mind, using ingredients from your local farmers markets, and filling in the rest with ingredients from the grocery store. So grab your shopping bag, meet your local farmers, and discover what’s in season across Illinois with Start Local!
Fall Tomato Cilantro Soup
Equipment
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Can opener
- Measuring cups and spoons
- saucepan
- spatula
- Stove
- Ladle
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
Farmers Market Ingredients
- 2 cups tomatoes, cored, peeled, and diced
- 3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Grocery Store Ingredients
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt, or more to taste
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Gently wash produce under cool running water, pat dry, and prepare as directed.
- Add the broth to a soup pot. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and spices. Stir to combine.
- Simmer over low-medium heat for 15 minutes to let the flavors blend.
- Serve with sandwiches or salad.
Notes
For a less chunky soup, mash the tomatoes or process through a blender.
Substitutions
- Fresh tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes.
- Fresh cilantro: 1 Tbsp dried cilantro.
The Start Local recipe series is generously supported by Illinois Farm Bureau.
