Ingredients

10 tomatoes , roasted and charred
2 white onions , roasted and charred
2 carrots , roasted and charred
2 bay leaves
1 quart heavy cream
1/4 gallon water
2 teaspoons salt ( to taste )
2 teaspoons pepper ( to taste )
1/4 lb flour
1/4 lb butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
12 ounces dark beer ( see directions for brand recommendations )
12 ounces beer ( light but NOT lite ! ( see directions for brand recommendations )
Roasted Tomato Black & Tan Soup is a hearty and delicious soup that is perfect for a cozy evening at home. This soup is made by roasting fresh tomatoes, onions, and carrots to bring out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor. By adding dark stout beer, this soup becomes extra rich and complex, with a hint of bitterness to balance the sweetness of the roasted vegetables. Served hot with a slice of crusty bread, this soup is perfect for warming you up on a chilly day.

Instructions

1.Begin by roasting the tomatoes, onions, and carrots in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until charred and softened.
2.In a large pot, melt the butter and whisk in the flour to create a roux.
3.Gradually add the beer and heavy cream, whisking constantly until well combined.
4.Add the roasted vegetables, bay leaves, brown sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot.
5.Gradually add the water to the pot while stirring until you reach your desired consistency.
6.Simmer for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
7.Remove the bay leaves and puree the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender.
8.Serve hot with your favorite crusty bread.

PROS

This soup is rich and hearty, perfect for a chilly day.

The roasted vegetables and dark beer add depth to the flavor profile.

CONS

This soup is heavy on calories and may not be suitable for those on a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

It also contains alcohol, so it may not be appropriate for those who choose not to consume alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are an excellent source of Vitamin C and antioxidants.
This soup also contains carrots, which are high in fiber and Vitamin A.
Dark beer has been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation in the body.

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