Tomato Soup

Ingredients:  

•  500 gms. Tomatoes
•  2 tbsp. Sugar
•  2 1/2 cups water
•  2 bayleaf
•  1/4 tsp. cinnamon-clove powder
•  1/4 tsp. red chili powder
•  1/4 tsp. cumin powder
•  1 tsp. butter
•  1/2 tbsp. plain flour
•  2 clove garlic 

Method:  

•  Pressure cook the tomatoes till 2 whistles, Blend till smooth. Strain to remove seeds  and peels.
•  Heat butter in a pan, add the bay leaf, whole garlic and cook for a few seconds.
•  Add tomato puree. Stir. Dissolve the flour in a little water till smooth.
•  Add the flour paste, stirring continuously, bring to a boil. Add the seasoning, salt and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.
•  Serve hot with bread croutons, a swirl of fresh cream, and pepper.