Tomato and Bread Soup

2 tbsp olive oil
sprinkle of hot pepper flakes
1.5 c stale bread cut into 1 inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
28 ounce can of tomatoes, chopped or crushed
3 tbsp fresh basil chopped
5 c stock
salt and pepper
grated hard cheese

Heat oil in a large pan, saute onion and garlic until soft. Add tomatoes, bread and basil. (I did not have fresh basil so used some dry basil and oregano), Add the heated stock (veggie) to the tomato mixture, mix well bring to a boil,
lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, allow to stand , then servecorrect seasonings and can add more extra-virgin olive oil.