Description
A comforting and classic duo, this Easy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese recipe is perfect for a cozy meal. Creamy tomato soup made with crushed tomatoes and a blend of herbs, served alongside gooey grilled cheese sandwiches.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Grilled Cheese Ingredients:
- 8 slices sandwich bread
- 8 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened for spreading
Instructions
- Soup: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, sugar, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, then blend until smooth. Stir in cream and fresh basil.
- Grilled Cheese: Butter one side of each bread slice. Place 4 slices buttered side down on a skillet. Top with cheese and remaining bread slices. Cook until golden brown and cheese is melted. Slice sandwiches and serve with soup.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the soup.
- Try mixing cheeses like mozzarella, provolone, or gruyère for extra flavor in the sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl soup + 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1180mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
