Tomato Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the tomatoes and cut them into pieces.
2. 2
   Put them into a large pot.
3. 3
   Add chopped onion and celery.
4. 4
   Add parsley, bay leaves, pepper, dill, basil and oregano.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Boil for 10 to 15 minutes until tomatoes are soft.
7. 7
   Add no water.
8. 8
   Press through sieve.
9. 9
   Melt butter.
10. 10
    Add flour, brown sugar, salt and baking soda to melted butter.
11. 11
    Add the strained tomato mixture slowly and heat to boil.
12. 12
    Cook until thickened.
13. 13
    Add 1 cup cooked mixture to 1 cup of milk.
14. 14
    Heat and enjoy.
15. 15
    The cooked mixture can be canned or frozen (do not add milk).