Tomato soup is excellent for a cold winter night. Serve it with crackers or southern style corn bread and a glass of sweet tea. Great southern meal. Grow Your Own Tomatoes
Garden Fresh Tomato Soup
6 medium tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 Tbs. tomato paste
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. basil
Cut tomatoes into wedges and place in a saucepan with all ingredients. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
Strain and remove tomato skins and seeds. Adjust seasonings. Garnish with fresh herbs. Serves 4
Cream Tomato Soup
1 pt Tomato juice; strained
2 tb Flour
2 tb Butter
1 qt Milk
Cream flour and butter together, add to hot juice. Stir quickly or use egg beater to smooth.
Cook until it thickens. Heat milk until slight foam forms; lower heat, add tomato mixture slowly,
stirring constantly. Salt to taste. Serve hot with crackers. Serves: 1