This is the kind of soup you make when you want something warm and familiar, but don’t want to spend long in the kitchen. It’s rich, smooth, and comforting, with a small spoon of pesto doing most of the flavor work.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
8 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
23 minutes
Servings
2–3 bowls
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pot and cook the onion until soft.
- Add the garlic and stir briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in the tomatoes and stock.
- Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook until the soup thickens slightly and smells rich.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve hot with a spoon of pesto swirled into each bowl.
Typical mistakes to avoid
Don’t skip the sugar — a small amount balances the acidity of the tomatoes.
Avoid boiling hard after blending; gentle heat keeps the texture smooth.
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