Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2.5 pound

tomatoes

cored

1.5 cup

bread

day-old, torn

0.25 cup

basil

1 tbsp

thyme

chopped

8 ounce

crab meat

1 tsp

red pepper flakes

2 unit

scallions

sliced

4 slice

bread

french baguette sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Blend tomatoes in a food processor until liquid.

Step 2
~3 min

Add day-old bread, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper to the tomato mixture.

Step 3
~3 min

Thin with water if the mixture is too thick.

Step 4
~3 min

Let the mixture sit in a cool place.

Step 5
~3 min

In a bowl, combine crab meat, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and sliced scallions.

Step 6
~3 min

Season lightly with salt.

Step 7
~3 min

Divide the chilled tomato soup among 4 bowls.

Step 8
~3 min

Place one slice of baguette in the center of each bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Top each baguette slice with 2 ounces of the crab meat mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality tomatoes for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.

Chill the soup for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The soup can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with a light white wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables
Prosciutto

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tuscany, Italy

Cultural Significance

Traditional Tuscan summer dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Appetizer

Popularity Score

65/100

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