FRESH TOMATO SOUP - Alabama Farmers Federation

Ingredients

• 1/2 stick butter or margarine
• 2 cups peeled, sliced carrots
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 4 1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
• 4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped (4 cups)
• 4 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour