Classic Point Free Vegie Soup *

From book 1

CORE
0 Points (can be used as a Core snack)

Classic Vegie Soup

2x 400cans chopped tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely crushed
pinch dried chilli flakes
2 carrots, chopped
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
2 zucchini, chopped
4 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup peas or chopped green beans (optional)

1. Combine all ingredients except peas or beans in a saucepan over medium heat. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables soften.

2. Transfer the soup to a food processor and blend until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier soup, just blend 1/2 the mixture. Return all soup to the saucepan and add peas or beans if using and stir over a low heat until hot. Serve.