Hey All. Has anyone got a tomato soup recipe that's chunky and doesn't include tinned soup? None of my recipes seem to be that appealing really. I have a Donna Hay one, which is out in front so far, but not really what I'm after.

At my first after school job at a cafe years ago, they made this fantastic soup, which was unblended or pureed, had diced tomato and herbs (probably basil) in it. I have no idea what else. Oh, and it wasn't a 'creamy' soup.

I am a complete soup novice, and if anyone has something similarly yummy they wish to share, it would be most appreciated. I would venture and have a go myself, but I have never made soup before.

Thanks.

Oh, Also, I have half a large tin of condensed tomato soup in the fridge I need to use. I used the first half in macaroni and cheese. Any ideas? Or I can just make macaroni again, it was very yummy.