Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Sauté Aromatics

   In a pan, melt 1 tsp of butter. Add half a finely chopped onion, 2 cloves of garlic, and 1 bay leaf. Sauté slightly until the onion shrinks.

2. 2.Cook Vegetables

   Add 3 chopped tomatoes, half a chopped carrot, and 1/4 tsp of salt. Sauté for 1 minute. Then, add 1/2 cup of water, cover the pan, and cook for 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft and mushy.

3. 3.Blend and Sieve

   Remove the bay leaf from the cooked vegetables. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool completely. Once cooled, blend it into a smooth paste. Sieve the tomato paste back into the pan to remove any remaining solids.

4. 4.Simmer and Season

   Add another 1/2 cup of water to the sieved soup and mix well to adjust the consistency. Bring the soup to a boil for 1 minute. Add 1 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp crushed pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix well.

5. 5.Add Cream and Serve

   Stir in 2 tbsp of cream and mix until the soup is smooth and creamy. Serve the creamy and tasty tomato soup hot.