Warming Tuna and Tomato Soup

Warming Tuna and Tomato Soup

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1 red pepper, de-seeded and chopped
1 large onion, chopped finely
1 carrot, chopped finely
1 stick celery, sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium courgette, sliced thinly
1 can chopped tomatoes tomatoes
2 tablespoon tomato puree
1 fish stock cube, 850ml in 1.5 pints hot water
2 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
little freshly chopped basil and parsley
425 g Tuna in Brine, drained
small can drained butter beans
salt and pepper
Fry Light

Heat the Fry light   in a large saucepan and fry the onion, carrot, celery and garlic for 5 minutes or until soft.

Add the peppers, courgette, tomatoes, tomato purée,stock and mixed herbs and basil.

Cover and leave to cook gently for 15 minutes

Add the tuna, complete with its brine, and beans.
Season to taste.

Leave to cook gently for another 10 minutes, sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve in warm bowls.