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

   Add the sugar, salt, black pepper, and dried basil to the pot, stirring well.

9. 9

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

10. 10

    Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

11. 11

    Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkle of dried basil or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.