INGREDIENTS
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 medium carrot, finely chopped
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1 celery rib, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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4 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
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Two 14 1/2-ounce cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes, drained
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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2 teaspoons sugar
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1/4 cup heavy cream
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Salt and freshly ground white pepper
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1/2 cup garlic or cheese croutons, for garnish (optional)