Tomato Soup from Scratch

Ingredients

• •1 can (28 oz) whole tomatoes
• •2 cups chicken broth
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tsp garlic powder
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •1/2 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Pour in the canned whole tomatoes with their juice. Use your hands or a fork to crush the tomatoes into rough pieces. Be careful of splashing.

3. 3

   Add the chicken broth, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   For a smooth soup, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to break down any remaining large pieces. If you have an immersion blender, even better, but it is not necessary.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust salt. Serve hot.