Downhome Tomato Soup

Description
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.

Ingredients

 * 1 Large Onion Cut In Large Chunks
 * 2 cloves garlic
 * 2 28oz Cans Whole tomatoes
 * 1 Small Can tomato Paste
 * 1/2 Cup Ketchup
 * 4 Cups water
 * 1/2 Tsp salt
 * 1/2 Tsp black pepper
 * 1 Tsp thyme
 * 1 Tsp basil
 * 1 Tbsp Sugar
 * 2-3 bay leaves
 * 1/2 Tsp baking soda (If needed)*
 * Add baking soda if the soup tastes too acidic.
 * 1/2 Tsp salt
 * 1/2 Tsp black pepper
 * 1 Tsp thyme
 * 1 Tsp basil
 * 1 Tbsp Sugar
 * 2-3 bay leaves
 * 1/2 Tsp baking soda (If needed)*
 * Add baking soda if the soup tastes too acidic.
 * 1 Tbsp Sugar
 * 2-3 bay leaves
 * 1/2 Tsp baking soda (If needed)*
 * Add baking soda if the soup tastes too acidic.
 * 1/2 Tsp baking soda (If needed)*
 * Add baking soda if the soup tastes too acidic.
 * Add baking soda if the soup tastes too acidic.

Directions
Add all ingredients to a large crock pot. Cook on high for about 5-6 hours. The onions should be soft and the tomatoes should be break up easily. Blend well in a food processor or with a hand blender.

If making this on the stove, cook on a low heat and stir often.

This soup tastes best the next day and can be frozen.