Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2. Wash the tomatoes and arrange them in a roasting tin (leave them on the vine).
3. Drizzle 3 tbsp oil over them and bake for 20-25 minutes until soft .
4. Take them out of the oven and, when cooled a little, mash with a fork and discard the vines.
5. Transfer the tomatoes and all the juices into a liquidiser, add the sugar & basil and blend until smooth.
6. If you prefer a silky smooth soup , pass it through a sieve.
7. Season to taste and warm it up if necessary.
8. Serve with a few basil or oregano leaves scattered on top.