"To avoid curdling the milk, I took a shortcut and added a pinch of baking soda to the cooked tomatoes. This neutralizes the acid in the tomatoes, allowing you to combine the tomatoes and the milk together without the threat of curdled milk...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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4 cloves of garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 quart of canned tomatoes
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 can chicken broth
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3/4 cup half-and-half or whole milk
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2 tablespoons sugar
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Salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, and garlic powder, to taste
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4 slices bread of your choice
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/2 cup cheese of your choice (I used shredded cheddar)