HEALTHY TOMATO SOUP

Ingredients :

Ripe tomatoes : 2 nos
Onion : 1 nos
Garam masala : 1 tsp
Chilli powder : 1 tsp
Low fat or fat free milk : 1/4 cup
Flour : 1 tsp
Olive oil : 4 tsp
Croutons : 10 pieces
Salt : To taste
Aesofoetida : A pinch
Curry leaves : A few
Cilantro to garnish.


Directions :

In a pan heat 2tbsp of oil and add aesofoetida and onions. Let the onions caramelize and release all its juices. Add salt as per taste this will make the onions cook faster. Once the onions are translucent add the chopped tomatoes and mix well. Once the tomatoes are half cooked add garam masala, chilli powder. Let all the ingredients blend well and cook.Close with a lid and simmer for 5 mins or until the tomatoes are tender and masala are well cooked.

Turn off the heat and then allow it to cool for 20 mins. In a mixie blend all together until they are smooth. Strain the mixture.

In a new bowl add the rest of the oil and flour. Cook the flour for a min and then add the milk. Allow the milk to boil and thicken for 3 mins. Then add the strained juice and simmer for 5 mins.

You can add curry leaves if you like. Garnish with cilantro. While serving add crontons and serve hot. This will make a hearty sunday brunch and no guilt on the weight part :)

Note: You can add cream if you want towards the end or can also use full fat milk. This will make the soup really rich.