perfect with grilled cheese

Tomato Soup

serves 6-8

INGREDIENTS:

1 stick (1/2 cup or 113g) butter

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, chopped

2 tbsp flour

4 cans 15oz tomatoes (whole, diced or crushed)

1 tbsp orange juice

2 bay leaves

coarse salt

heavy cream (optional)

METHOD:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, add butter, onions, garlic and some salt. Cook for 10 minutes until soft and golden.

2. Add flour and cook for another 1-2 minutes while continuously stirring.

3. Add tomatoes and scrape up any browned bits. Add a bit of water to the empty cans to rinse out any remaining tomato juices and add to the pot.

5. Remove from heat and purée the soup with an immersion blender. If the soup is too thick, add some water to thin to the desired consistency.

6. Return to heat and add orange juce and bay leaves. Simmer for 20-30 minutes. Adjust seasoning as desired.

7. Serve hot and garnish with a dash of heavy cream if desired.