⭐️3 pounds ripe tomatoes ⭐️4 cloves garlic peeled ⭐️½ onion diced ⭐️½ red bell pepper diced ⭐️2 tablespoons olive oil ⭐️salt and black pepper to taste ⭐️½ teaspoon dried basil ⭐️½ teaspoon dried oregano ⭐️2 cups chicken broth or veggie broth ⭐️2 tablespoons fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, oregano ⭐️¼ cup parmesan cheese optional garnish ⭐️½ cup heavy whipping cream optional ⭐️thinly sliced fresh basil leaves for serving, optional