Satisfying Tomato Soup

• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• Minced fresh basil, optional

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir until tender, 2-4 minutes. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
2. Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool soup slightly and puree in batches in a blender; return to pan and heat through. If desired, top with fresh minced basil.
3. Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

canola oil, onion, celery, tomatoes, water, brown sugar, salt, basil, oregano, ground pepper, fresh basil

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/satisfying-tomato-soup/ (may not work)