1 handful fresh basil leaves, plus extra to serve
3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1kg/2lb 4oz mixed ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2-3 tbsp caster sugar, to taste
4 tbsp olive oil, plus extra to serve
400-600ml/14-21fl oz hot vegetable stock
150ml/5fl oz double cream, plus extra to serve
1 ciabatta loaf, thickly sliced, to serve