WINTER TOMATO SOUP WITH BULGUR

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Inspired by a recipe in Diane Kochilas's wonderful new book "The Country Cooking of Greece," this thick, satisfying soup is based on a summer soup made with fresh tomatoes. It looked so comforting that I decided to use canned tomatoes and make a winter version. The onion not only contributes flavor but also texture to this thick potage. Featured in: For Flavor And Versatility, Add Bulgur. Learn: How to Make Soup

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 28-ounce can chopped tomatoes in juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus additional if desired for drizzling
2 medium onions, preferably red onions, finely chopped
Salt to taste
2 to 4 garlic cloves, to taste, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup coarse (#3) bulgur
5 cups water (more to taste)
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 ounces feta, crumbled (about 1/2 cup

Steps:

  • Pulse the tomatoes to a coarse puree in a food processor. Heat the olive oil in a heavy soup pot over medium heat and add the onion and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is very soft but not browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and sugar and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring often, until the tomatoes have cooked down slightly, about 10 minutes. Add the bulgur, water, and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 to 45 minutes, until the bulgur is soft and the soup thick and fragrant. Add pepper to taste and adjust salt.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with mint and feta. Drizzle on a little olive oil if desired. Serve hot.

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