Strained Plain Yoghurt
1 kg tomatoes on the vine (about 7 medium–large), cut into quarters
1 large carrot (about 130 g), cut into 1.5 cm chunks
1 large shallot (about 60 g), cut into 2.5 cm chunks
1 small head of garlic, halved horizontally
2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
60 ml extra virgin olive oil
240 ml vegetable or chicken broth
120 g FAGE Total 0%, 2%, 5% plus extra for garnish
7–8 fresh basil leaves
4 tablespoons (about 60 g) tomato paste
1 tablespoon (about 15 g) butter
A pinch of baking soda
Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish options:
FAGE yoghurt, shredded Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh basil