Stewed Tomatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 large tomatoes or 2 1/2 c. canned tomatoes
3/4 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. basil or parsley, chopped
1/2 c. bread crumbs

Preparation

Place tomatoes and spices in a heavy saucepan over low heat and cook 20 minutes if using fresh tomatoes (only 10 minutes for canned tomatoes).
Bread crumbs may be added if a thicker stew is desired.