Tomato and Kidney bean Chilli soup

I created this soup out of the contents of my fridge one winter evening recently, combining some key ingredients to create a spicy hot soup to warm me on the cold night.

I started with a basic tomato sauce base - sautéing garlic and chopped onions until golden, adding diced tomatoes and allowing to simmer until cooked through. I added a dollop of tomato paste to add flavour, and a teaspoon of sugar to cut the acidity of the tomatoes. I then threw in some paprika and chilli flakes, giving the mix a spicy punch.

I then added in a tin of kidney beans and allowed the mixture to simmer, the flavours all creating a spicy melody in the pan.

I then blended the lot, creating a smooth texture. I served the soup with a dollop of greek yogurt and a sprinkle of chilli flakes.

This is a winner!