Tomato Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and chop the tomatoes.
2. 2
   Saute in butter until tender. Mix tomatoes with chicken stock and simmer 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Run the mixture through a food blender and strain to remove seeds.
4. 4
   Add the half and half and a pat of butter.
5. 5
   Mix together and heat for about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Soup may be sweetened with a bit of sugar to remove the tartness of the tomatoes.
7. 7
   Serves 4 to 6.