Gourmet Tomato Soup

Gourmet Tomato Soup

Ingredients

3 Quarts of tomatoes

2 Cups chicken Broth

1 carrot, finely chopped

1 celery rib, finely chopped

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1/4-1/2 Cup cream or Half and Half 

1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Saute carrots, celery, onion with garlic until soft but not brown.  Add tomatoes and begin cooking until they soften and add the chicken broth.  Bring to boil and then simmer until all if soft.  If you want a creamy soup, mash the veggies and tomatoes with a potato masher.  Add the cream and season with salt and pepper.  If using half and half, don't boil.  You could season with basil or dill.  Also you could add shrimp or rice or even a pasta, tortellini is good.  Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese when ready to serve.