1/4 c. butter
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. water
6 med. tomatoes, peeled and diced fine
1 tbsp. minced parsley
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/4 c. diced onions
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 bay leaf

In a 3 or 4 quart saucepan, cook the onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in water. Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients. Heat mixture until boiling, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. Stir frequently. Add additional water if needed. Discard bay leaf. Makes 4 servings.