Fast and Easy Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 2 large cans Muir Glen fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1 medium onion , chopped
• 3-4 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 T olive oil
• salt and pepper
• feta cheese (optional)
• fresh basil (optional)
• chicken or vegetable stock (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until the onion is translucent. Add both cans of tomatoes, a can of water, and salt and pepper (or any additional spices you want).
2. You can replace the water with veggie or chicken stock if you want, but water will work just fine. Let the soup come to a soft boil and take it off the heat.
3. Then, using an immersion blender, food processor, or regular blender, puree the soup. If you are transfering the soup to a blender or food processor, make sure the soup has cooled. Return the soup to the stove and let it cook for 30 minutes. If the soup is too thick for you, add more water and adjust seasonings. If it is too thin, let it boil on the stove until it reduces.
4. Optional: A few minutes before serving, while the soup is still warm, stir in some crumbled feta and roughly chopped fresh basil. The feta takes on a great texture when warm, and the basil will make you remember those beautiful summer days.