- 5
4.4/5
(8 Votes)
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or basil
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 5 cups diced tomato (about 2 pounds)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Thinly sliced fresh basil (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, oregano, thyme, and garlic; cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in tomato and next 5 ingredients (tomato through pepper). Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Place half of soup in a blender or food processor; process until smooth, and pour into a bowl. Repeat procedure with the remaining soup. Serve warm or chilled. Sprinkle with fresh basil, if desired.