2 c. cut up fresh or canned tomatoes
1/2 c. celery, chopped
1/4 c. onions, chopped
1 bay leaf (remove this before blending)
1 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. tofu
3 tbsp. vegetable oil (preferably olive)

Mix together tomatoes, celery, onions, bay leaf, basil and salt. Put into pot and simmer, covered for about 15 minutes. Blend in tofu and oil. Serve hot or cold. Garnish with croutons. Serves 4.