Tomato Soup

Ingredients

6 large tomatoes, chopped

1 large onion, finely chopped

3 cloves of garlic, minced

1 carrot, diced

1 celery stalk, chopped

1 tablespoon olive oil

4 cups vegetable broth

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup low-fat milk

Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instruction

1. Heat Olive Oil:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent.


2. Add Carrots and Celery:
- Add carrots and celery to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.


3. Incorporate Tomatoes and Herbs:
- Add chopped tomatoes, dried basil, and dried oregano to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.


4. Pour in Vegetable Broth:
- Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.


5. Puree the Soup:
- Use a blender to puree the soup until it reaches a smooth consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.


6. Add Low-Fat Milk:
- Stir in low-fat milk and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.


7. Serve Hot:
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your creamy tomato basil soup!