Simple Tomato Broth Soup

 

2 T. olive oil

1 onion, peeled and finely chopped

1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped

2 T. tomato puree

1 tsp. ground paprika powder

3 carrots

3 celery stalks

1 x 400 g / 14 oz. can crushed tomatoes

4 C. / 1 liter vegetable stock

sea salt

Fresh thyme

Fresh basil

 

Heat oil in a large thick-bottomed sauce pan on medium heat. Add tomato puree, onion, garlic and ground paprika and let sauté for 5 minutes. Peel and clean the carrots and celery and chop into bite-sized dices. Add to the pan and let sauté for a few more minutes. Then add chopped tomatoes and vegetable stock and let simmer under a lid for 15-20 minutes. Taste and adjust the flavoring, adding some fresh thyme or basil towards the end. You can also add more stock, if needed. Choose your favorite way of serving this soup, see recipe ideas below.