Tomato and Basil Soup

Serves 4

Ingredients

1½ lb fresh tomatoes

1 tbsp olive oil

1 bay leaf

1 onion (peeled and chopped)

2 cloves of garlic (peeled and crushed)

1 tbsp chopped basil

1 tbsp tomato puree

1 ¼ pt vegetable stock

1 tbsp low fat creme fraise

Seasoning

Method: 1.

Chop the tomatoes into large chunks. Heat the oil in a large saucepan, add onions, garlic and basil. Cook for 2-3 minutes.

Method: 2.

Add tomato puree, bay leaf and vegetable stock, stir well and season. Cook for 15-20 minutes, season to taste. Hand blend and pass through sieve. Serve with some crispy bread.