QUICK TOMATO SOUP

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There's nothing like a steamy bowl of classic tomato soup on a cold February day. The addition of sugar puts a sweet spin on this version. For extra loveliness, top with homemade heart-shaped croutons. —Jane Ward, Churchville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice
1/4 cup sugar
Optional: Oyster crackers or croutons

Steps:

In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, curry powder and onion powder until smooth. Gradually add tomato juice and sugar. Cook, uncovered, until thickened and heated through, about 5 minutes. If desired, serve with crackers or croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 862mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.