Tomato Soup with Thyme and Basil

A hearty tomato soup with thyme and basil for flavor, topped with homemade croutons made with thyme.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups tomatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup bread cubes
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, saut onion and garlic in olive oil until softened

Add diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and pepper

Bring to a boil

Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld

While the soup simmers, preheat the oven to 375F 190C

Toss bread cubes with olive oil and fresh thyme

Spread on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender in batches

Serve the soup hot, garnished with thyme croutons and fresh thyme leaves