Soup: Roasted Tomato Basil

Ingredients

• 3 pounds roma or plum tomatoes, cut in half
• 8 cloves garlic, peeled
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly ground salt and pepper
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
• ½ cup packed basil leaves
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• 1-2 cups water or vegetarian broth, depending on how thick you want the soup
• Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste
• Light/Regular coconut milk for a creamy vegan soup
• Whole dairy milk/heavy cream for a creamy texture
• Parmesan cheese, for a tangy, flavor enhancing flavor
• A tablespoon or two of butter, for richer flavor