TOMATO SOUP

Right at this very moment when the tomato soup is simmering away , I really wish I could share the aromas arising from this very simple soup. Ingredients........750 gm tomatoes, ( skinned and chopped), 1 small onion, chopped, 1 small sweet potato, peeled and chopped, 1 sprig of fresh basil, chopped, 1 dsp of sugar, 1 dsp of cracked black pepper, 1 and 1/2 cup of vegetable stock. For the garnish ....1/2 cup of sour cream, 1/4 cup of finely chopped parsley. Place all ingredients except the parsley and cream into a large saucepan with the stock. Place the pot over a medium heat and slowly bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally... Once simmering, cover the pot and keep stirring occasionally until the tomatoes and sweet potatoes are really softened and blending together , about 70 minutes. Serve the soup with a swirl of cream and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.. Pure, simple and delicious, I will be enjoying this tonight with slices of sourdough bread . Thank you Roel and Maureen for the beautiful homegrown tomatoes.