Tomato Soup
This creamy tomato soup with a twist of basil pesto will bring a burst of flavorful delight to your mealtime. Prepared with a rich blend of sun-dried tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a touch of soured cream, this comforting soup is a must-try for those looking for a cozy and satisfying dish.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 5 soft sun-dried or sunblush tomatoes in oil, roughly chopped
- 3 x 400g cans of plum tomatoes
- 500ml/18fl oz turkey or veg stock
- 1 tsp sugar, any type
- 142 ml soured cream
- 125g fresh basil pesto
- basil leaves, to serve
Instructions
- Heat the oil or butter in a large saucepan, then add the garlic and soften for a few mins over a low heat. Add the sun-dried or sunblush toma, canned tomatoes, stock, sugar and seasoning, then bring to a simmer. Let the soup bubble for 10 mins until the tomatoes have broken down a little.
- Whizz with a stick blender, adding half the pot of soured cream as you go. Taste and season - add more sugar if you need to. Serve in bowls with 1 tbsp or so of the pesto swirled on top., a little more soured cream and a sprinkling of basil.
Yield
Serves 4
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