Tomato Soup With Vermicelli (Sehriyeli Domates Corbasi)

Tomato Soup With Vermicelli (Sehriyeli Domates Corbasi)

2 Tbsp flour, heaping
4 Tbsp oil
2 cups tomatoes, crushed or grated
1 Tbsp tomato paste
3 Tbsp vermicelli (optional)
1 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp salt
2 cups milk
2-3 cups water
Shredded mozzarella/ parmesan  for top

In a pot, place the oil and flour. Over low heat, sauté the flour with oil for about 3 minutes until its color changes to yellow. Then add tomatoes and tomato paste and sauté for 3 minutes. Add cold water.
Stir constantly over high medium heat. Use a blender in order to make it smoother, if necessary. Then add milk, salt and sugar. When it boils add the vermicelli (optional) and turn the heat low. Simmer for 6-8 minutes until the vermicelli are cooked.
Serve warm and with shredded cheese on top.