Creamy Tomato Soup with Basil - The Scramble

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 1/4 yellow or white onion (finely chopped 1/2 cup)
• 2 Tbsp. flour (use wheat/gluten-free, if needed)
• 4 cups low fat milk (or use any variety)
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 28 oz. crushed tomatoes (with their liquid)
• 1 - 2 Tbsp. fresh basil (finely chopped)