Sour Cream Hearty Tomato Basil Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

24 -32 ounces of diced peeled tomatoes (3-4 cans)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, chopped fine
1/2 - 1 medium onion
2 cups water
1 large beef bouillon cube (makes 2 cups)
4 -5 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1 - 1 1/2 cup sour cream
1 bay leaf
pepper
shredded parmesan cheese
garlic toast

Preparation

In a crock pot or large pot, mix water, bay leaf and bouillon until cube disolves.
add tomatos and tomato paste.
Mix with a wooden spoon until blended.
Add garlic and onions.
Add italian seasoning and pepper to taste.
Add sour cream (1 to 1 1/2 cups depending on your taste).
Keep on low for 3-4 hours in a crock pot or pot to get the best taste, or heat on medium until hot.
Serve in bowls sprinkle with parmesan and add garlic toast if desired.