Homemade Tomato Soup
(Using Your Ingredients)
A rich, comforting tomato soup packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and deep flavor—perfect for dinner tonight!
Ingredients
12 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
1 onion (roughly chopped)
1 red pepper + 1 yellow pepper (chopped)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
Handful of fresh basil
2 Oxo cubes (beef)
1 mug (about 250–300 ml) water
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Roast the Vegetables (for deeper flavor)
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Spread tomatoes, onion, peppers, and garlic on a baking tray
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt & pepper
Roast for 25–30 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized
(Optional but highly recommended for extra richness!) - Simmer the Soup
Transfer roasted veggies to a pot
Add:
water
crumbled Oxo cubes
Bring to a gentle simmer for 10–15 minutes - Blend
Add fresh basil
Blend until smooth using a hand blender (or regular blender) - Adjust & Finish
Taste and adjust seasoning
Add a bit more water if too thick
Simmer 5 more minutes if needed
Serving Ideas
Serve with crusty bread or toast
Add a swirl of cream or yogurt
Top with grated cheese or croutons
Tips for Best Flavor
Roasting brings out natural sweetness
Use very ripe tomatoes for best taste
Blend well for that silky texture
Add a pinch of sugar if tomatoes are too acidic