Fire Roasted Tomato Soup

Fire Roasted Tomato Rice Soup

3 Tablespoons butter
1 yellow onion; finely chopped
1 garlic clove; pressed
2/3 cups rice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 can “Fire Roasted” tomatoes; with juice
1 (8oz) can tomato sauce
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk

Melt butter in stockpot. Add onion and garlic. Cook 3 minutes on medium-high heat. Add rice, salt and pepper. Coat rice with butter, stirring often for another 1-2 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; stirring constantly for about 15 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, uncovered. Stir in milk and cook until soup is hot, up to another 15-30 minutes. Excellent with grilled cheese sandwiches. Serves 4-6.