Tomato Corn and Basil Soup - Oryana

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced small
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 large, ripe tomatoes, chopped, or 28 oz canned, crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels*
• Sea salt and pepper to taste
• ½ teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
• optional: grated parmesan cheese