Mediterranean Tomato Soup

Country Girl825's Note:

I got this recipe from a book called "400 Best Ever Fat Free/Low Fat Recipes" by Anne Sheasby. I thought this soup recipe looked absolutely lovely! I personally love soup and this one looks good for the cool winter months and the kids will love it!

• Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 1/2 lbs ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, quartered
• 1 celery rib
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 450 ml chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons tomato puree
• 1/2 cup small shell pasta, shapes

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, add the tomatoes, onion, celery and garlic with the oil.
2. Cover and cook over a low heat for around 40-45 minutes, gently shaking or moving the pan every now and then, until very soft.
3. In a blender or food processor, add the vegetables and process until smooth.
4. Press firmly through a sieve.
5. Return veggies to pan.
6. Stir in stock and the tomato puree, bring to the boil.
7. Add the pasta shapes and simmer on low heat for 7-10 minutes or until pasta is tender (al dente).
8. Serve hot.