Tomato Soup

Serves 4

Ingredients:

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

Process:

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. Stir until you are left with a smooth, creamy mixture.
7. 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.