February is the perfect time for comforting, homemade food, and nothing beats a classic tomato and basil soup. It’s simple, nourishing and ideal for using up store-cupboard ingredients.
Ingredients:
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2 tins chopped tomatoes
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1 onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic
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1 vegetable stock cube
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Handful fresh basil (or 1 tsp dried)
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Salt & pepper
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Olive oil
Method:
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Fry onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
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Add tomatoes and stock.
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Simmer for 20 minutes.
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Blend until smooth, add basil and season.
Perfect served with crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich.
