1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
6 oz. cream cheese, soft
21 1/2 oz. cream of tomato soup
1 1/4 c. milk
32 oz. stewed tomatoes

Cook onion in butter until it is very soft and transparent; add basil, paprika, garlic powder, and cream cheese. Cook until creamy. Add remaining ingredients; stir vigorously. Heat to desired temperature.