Classic Tomato Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Begin by washing the ripe tomatoes thoroughly and chopping them into quarters.

2. 2

   Peel and finely chop the medium onion and garlic cloves.

3. 3

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

5. 5

   Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

8. 8

   Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.

9. 9

   Return the soup to the pot, if necessary, and season with salt, pepper, and sugar to taste.

10. 10

    Stir in the fresh basil and let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.