2 lg. onions
3 tbsp. butter
1 c. chopped celery
1/4 lb. sliced mushrooms
1 (28 oz.) canned tomatoes
3 beef bouillon cubes in 2 c. of water
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. basil
Chopped parsley, croutons, grated Parmesan cheese (OPTIONAL)

Peel and thinly slice onions. Add onions, celery and mushrooms to melted butter and cook until tender. Add tomatoes, broth, salt, pepper and basil. Cover and simmer for one hour. To serve sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, parsley and croutons. 6 servings.