Tomato Soup

Tomato Soup

Ingredients:
2 (28 oz) cans whole tomatoes
2 medium or 1 large onions, finely chopped
6-7 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
Chicken or vegetable stock (16 oz)
1 tsp finely chopped basil
Salt
Pepper
Ricotta (optional)
Pesto (optional)

Preparation:

• Sautee onion & garlic in olive oil slowly until translucent and softened substantially.
• In a tall heavy-bottomed pot, add tomatoes and the stock. 
• With a wooden spoon, squish the tomatoes down against the wall of the pot. Stir in basil. 
• Bring to a point where the soup is almost boiling and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes to let the soup thicken.
• With an immersion blender, blend the soup until all the tomatoes are pureed and the soup is has a smooth consistency.
• Season with salt and pepper and serve, garnished, if you like with a dollop of ricotta and a swirl of pesto.