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One of the most comforting combinations - roasted tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil blended into a silky soup. Perfect with grilled cheese on the side.

Ingredients

  • 10 vine tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red onion, quartered
  • 1 garlic bulb, top cut off
  • 4 sprigs of thyme
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 5 dl vegetable stock
  • 1 handful fresh basil
  • 0.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Roast vegetables: Place tomatoes, onion and garlic bulb on a roasting tray. Drizzle with olive oil, add thyme, salt and pepper. Roast at 180°C for 1 hour.

  2. Blend: Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender. Squeeze the soft garlic out of its skin into the blender. Add stock and basil. Blend until smooth.

  3. Simmer: Pour soup into a pot and cook for another 20 minutes.

  4. Finish: Stir in balsamic vinegar and season to taste.

  5. Serve: With grilled cheese sandwiches on the side.

Notes

Roasting: The long roast time caramelizes the tomatoes and brings out their sweetness.

Grilled cheese: The classic pairing - a toasted cheese sandwich is perfect for dipping.

Storage: Keeps well refrigerated for several days. Freezes well.

Source: Nike’s Vegan Kitchen