Pour the soup into a clean saucepan, passing it through a sieve if you want it really smooth. Stir in the cream, a splash of sherry and extra seasoning if required. Pour into large mugs or bowls ...
If you are feeling decadent, add a little more cream to enrich this tomato soup even further. A blob of lightly whipped cream on top is a nice touch if you'reserving this soup at a dinner party.
3. Remove from fire and when cool enough to handle, strain the vegetables through a soup strainer or blend in a blender. While the soup is simmering, cut the bread into cubes and fry them in hot oil, ...
Remove from the heat and, using a hand blender, blend the soup in the pan. Stir in the milk and cream and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper before heating through on the hob.