Tomato Rice Soup Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Servings: 4 Serving Size: 1 cup Ingredients - 1 onion, chopped - 1 clove garlic, minced - 2 tablespoons butter - 6 fresh tomatoes, large, peeled - 15 ounces canned tomatoes in juice - 2 cups chicken broth - salt and pepper to taste - 1/2 teaspoon thyme - 1/2 teaspoon marjoram - 1 cup white rice - croutons, optional garnish	1

	Fresh tomatoes add robust flavor to this traditional favorite.   Directions In a large sauce pan, cook rice according to package directions. Set cooked rice aside. In a large sauce pan, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic for 7 minutes. Add fresh and canned tomatoes, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bring to a full boil, reduce heat and cook partially covered for 30 minutes. Purée. Return purée to sauce pan and heat. Add cooked rice and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Garnish with croutons and serve.	2