RECIPE: TOMATO SOUP

Ingredients

• 4-5 ripe tomatoes
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 cups water or broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 tbsp oil or butter, 1 tsp sugar (to balance acidity)

Instructions

Stovetop Option

1. Cook the aromatics
   • Heat oil or butter in a pot over medium heat
   • Add diced onions and cook until soft for about 3 minutes
2. Simmer the soup
   • Add chopped tomatoes and water/broth
   • Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally
3. Blend or mash
   • Use a blender or mash with a fork/potato masher until smooth or slightly chunky
4. Season and serve
   • Add salt, pepper and sugar if needed

Microwave Option

1. Cook the ingredients 
   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onions, garlic and water/broth
   • Cover and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes, until softened
2. Mash and season
   • Mash with a fork or blend if available
   • Add salt and pepper to taste

Kettle or Thermos Option

1. Soften the ingredients 
   • Boil water in a kettle
   • In a heat-safe container, add diced tomatoes, onion powder (if fresh onions aren’t available) and garlic powder
   • Pour hot water over the ingredients, cover and let sit for 10-15 minutes
2. Mash and season
   • Mash as best possible and season before serving

Serving Suggestion: Enjoy on its own or with a piece of bread, top with croutons or shredded cheese