Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 2 lbs plum tomatoes
• 6 garlic cloves
• 1/4 medium red onion
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 Tablespoons fresh oregano
• 3 -4 basil leaves
• 2 cups water
• salt
• pepper
• Serves 6 - 8

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Wash and cut tomatoes, placing in a shallow baking dish cut side down.
3. In a large pot put in tomatoes (cut up), garlic (minced), red onion (cut up), olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, water, salt and pepper (to taste, about 1 teaspoon each). Bring to a boil on medium - high heat, and reduce heat to let simmer for about 45 minutes.
4. Once done set to cool. Place soup in a blender or food processor, and puree till smooth. Place soup back in pot and re-heat and serve.
5. Garnish with fresh basil.