Roasted Tomato Soup

  • 3 pounds Roma Tomatoes
  • ½ Small Onion, sliced
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
  • 12 ounce can Evaporated Milk
  • ½ cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Basil
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  1. Preheat oven to 400F
  2. Halve tomatoes; place cut side up with the sliced onion on a baking sheet; drizzle with oil; add garlic, salt, and pepper; mix to coat well
  3. Roast for 40-50 minutes, just until starting to brown
  4. Place in a blender; puree until smooth, leave lid cracked so the steam can escape
  5. Add milk, cheese, basil, tomato paste, and sugar; puree until smooth; taste and adjust seasoning to your liking
  6. Serve with grilled cheese for dunking