Tomato soup is one of my most favorite things! It makes total sense, really. I love tomatoes and I love soup.

Here is my souper (har, har) simple tomato soup recipe:

Sweat one medium onion in a deep pot

Pinch of salt and pepper

Pinch of red pepper flake to taste

Add one 28 oz. can of whole San Marzano tomatoes

- I like to break them up just a little bit

Add one can 28 oz. can of water

-Bring to a simmer

Add a tsp of dried oregano

Allow to simmer on low for 30 minutes

After most of the water has cooked out I use a hand blender to puree the tomatoes and onions right in the pot

Add a whole bunch of fresh basil

Allow to simmer for 10 minutes

-I puree this one more time

Turn off the heat and add 1/4 cup of cream

Top with fresh basil leaves.