Lunch · British

Tomato Soup

A silky tomato soup made with store-cupboard ingredients.

Prep10 min
Cook30 min
Total40 min
Serves4

Ingredients

Serves4

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Cook onion in olive oil over medium heat for 7 minutes until soft.

2

Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds; pour in tomatoes and vegetable stock.

3

Simmer gently for 20 minutes. Add sugar if the tomatoes taste sharp.

4

Blend until smooth, taking care with hot liquid, and season to taste.

5

Serve with basil and crusty bread.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.