Homemade Tomato Soup
Why buy canned tomato soup which is expensive, loaded with salt and probably MSG. Here is a simple recipes that takes minutes to make. You can change the taste by changing the herbs.
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 – 28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes or 2 pounds of fresh tomatoes chopped
salt & pepper to taste
Herb suggestions:
1 tsp dried basil or;
1 tsp dried tarragon or;
1/2 tsp fennel seeds or;
1 tsp dried oregano
Heat the oil in a medium pot. Add the minced garlic and herb of your choice and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes. Use a potato masher, hand mixer or blender to smooth the mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
Add some milk or cream if desired for a creamier texture.


