Tomato Soup

• 3 large tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 onion, roughly chopped
• 1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
• 1/2 carrot, roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoon butter, melted
• olive oil, for garnish
• croutons, for garnish
• shredded parmesan cheese, for garnish

1. Combine the tomatoes, chicken stock, onion, celery, and carrots together in a large saucepot and bring to a boil. Boil for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have developed and the vegetables are cooking through and remove from heat. Add to a food processor, carefully, and purée. Pour the soup into a bowl, finish with butter, and garnish with olive oil, a couple of croutons, and Parmesan.