Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
The ultimate comfort food combo! This Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup pairs crispy, gooey grilled cheese sandwiches with a rich, creamy tomato soup. Perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients:
For the Grilled Cheese Sandwiches:
• 🍞 4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or whole wheat)
• 🧀 4 slices of cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
• 🧈 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
For the Tomato Soup:
• 🍅 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 🧅 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
• 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
• 🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 🍃 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 🧂 Pinch of salt and pepper
• 🍯 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 💧 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
• 🥄 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for creaminess)
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Instructions:
1. Make the Tomato Soup:
• Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft (about 3 minutes).
• Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar.
• Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth (or leave chunky if preferred).
• Stir in heavy cream, if using.
2. Prepare the Grilled Cheese Sandwiches:
• Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
• Place two slices of bread, buttered-side down, in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add 2 slices of cheese to each slice of bread.
• Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
• Cook until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted (about 3–4 minutes per side).
3. Serve:
• Pour the tomato soup into bowls.
• Slice the grilled cheese sandwiches diagonally and serve alongside the soup.
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Serving Suggestions:
• Garnish the soup with fresh basil or a swirl of cream.
• Serve with extra crispy croutons for added texture.
Enjoy your warm and cozy Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup! 🧀🍅🍞