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Tomato soup. It’s one of those things that I always brush off as being really boring, but I change my mind the second the rich and creamy soup passes my lips.
Tomato soup may not ever change the world, but it’s a reliable crowd-pleaser – that friend who’s always there for you, but sometimes gets taken for granted.
(too poetic?)
Today I’m paying homage to our humble friend (I decided to carry on with the poetry thing…). Shop-bought soups are fine, but this quick tomato soup recipe takes just 15 minutes (max!) to throw together, and you’re in control of exactly what you add. I kept it nice and simple – onion, garlic, passata, and a dollop of sour cream (or Greek yogurt if you prefer) to add that all-important richness.…
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