Tomato Soup with Fresh Tomatoes: A Simple Recipe for Cool Evenings

As the weather cools, many people are looking for comforting soups. Tomato soup made with fresh tomatoes is simple, inexpensive and ready in about 40 minutes.

Ingredients for 4 servings

• 1 kg ripe tomatoes, halved
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 500 ml vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional), salt, pepper
• Fresh basil leaves

Steps

1. Roast the tomatoes with garlic and a little oil at 200 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes, or sauté them in a pot for 15 minutes.
2. Cook the onion in oil until soft, then add the tomatoes and stock.
3. Simmer for 15 minutes, then blend until smooth.
4. Season and serve with basil leaves.