Tomato Soup with Cheesy Dumplings (Cozy Stovetop Dinner)

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cans (28 oz each / 794 g each) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar, plus more as needed
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, for serving
• 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup (115 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup (25 g) finely grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled