Creating your own Creamy Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup is easy, especially when following these steps:

1. Preheat your Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) for roasting the garlic.
2. Prepare Garlic: Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, drizzle with a bit of olive oil, and wrap it in aluminum foil. Roast for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
3. Sauté Onions: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add Tomatoes: Once the onions are softened, add the crushed tomatoes and any optional sugar. Cook for another 5 minutes to combine flavors.
5. Incorporate Broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for approximately 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
6. Blend the Soup: Squeeze the softened roasted garlic into the pot. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. (You can also use a regular blender in batches.)
7. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for a few more minutes.
8. Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning as needed, ensuring the flavors are just right.
9. Serve Warm: Remove from heat and ladle the soup into bowls.