4 c. chicken broth
16 oz. can tomatoes, chopped fine with their juice
2 tsp. tomato paste (optional)
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. allspice
2 tsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. dry sherry or Madeira (optional)
2 tbsp. chives or parsley, chopped fine

Place all ingredients, except wine and chives or parsley in saucepan. Simmer 15 minutes. Add wine and garnish with herbs. 6 servings.