If soup is too thick add a small quantity of milk or water.
TOMATO SOUP One quart of canned tomatoes, 1 tablespoonful sugar, 1 onion, and a sprig of parsley, cut fine, and 1 carrot and 2 cloves.

Stew until soft enough to mash through a fine, wire sieve.

Place one quart of sweet milk on the stove to boil.

Mix 1 large tablespoonful of cornstarch smooth, with a little cold milk, and stir into the hot milk.

Add 1 large tablespoonful of butler and 1/4 teaspoonful (good measure) of soda.