Quick Chowder

1 small onion

1 clove garlic

Bay leaf

¼ teaspoon thyme, optional

2 teaspoons olive oil or corn oil

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1 can or 10 ounces tomato soup

1 cup water (optional: chicken or pork broth)

2 cups fried tofu (preferred slice)

4 slices French bread

Procedure:

Cook garlic, onions, bay leaf and thyme in oil until tender. Add the tofu, water, lemon juice and tomato soup. Bring to boil, cover, and let it simmer for 5 min. Ladle over toast in bowls.