Tomato Soup

Tomato Soup

Serves 4 | 26 -33 min

Ingredients:

• 750 g ripe tomatoes 
• 500 ml vegetable or chicken stock 
• 1 carrot, finely chopped 
• 1 tablespoon tomato sauce 
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 clove garlic, crushed 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 

Cooking Method:

1. Make a slit in the tomatoes and microwave them at  750 W for 6-8 minutes, until they are easy to peel.  
2. Peel and dice the tomatoes. 
3. Place the oil, onion and garlic in a shallow microwaveable tray. 
4. Cook uncovered for 3-4 minutes at 750 W. 
5. Add the tomato sauce, the diced tomato and the chopped carrot, cover and cook for a further 4-5 minutes at 750 W. 
6. Add the sugar while stirring. Cover and cook for  8-10 minutes at 750 W. 
7. Stir until you are left with a smooth, creamy mixture. 
8. Pour over the vegetable or chicken stock and cook, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes at 750 W.

An extra special touch:

Add fresh basil leaves and freshly ground pepper, or scramble some eggs and add them to the soup before serving.