1/2 c. butter (may use less)
2 c. stewed tomatoes
1 c. chopped celery
2 c. tomato puree
2 c. heavy cream (may use less or substitute white sauce)
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash or two of black pepper
1 tbsp. sugar (more if desired)
1 med. onion, chopped
1/3 tsp. baking soda (added 15 minutes before soup is done)

Simmer celery and onions in butter until almost soft. Add tomatoes, puree, salt and pepper and simmer for about one hour. Add sugar and baking soda. Continue to simmer for about 1/2 hour. Add cream or white sauce to taste.