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Crispy Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Recipe

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A quick and easy comfort food combo featuring crispy grilled cheese sandwiches with a melty cheese blend paired with a rich, tangy tomato soup with a splash of cream.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices thick-cut white bread or sourdough
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (or dairy-free coconut cream)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, dried basil, and oregano. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning the garlic.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. If using a regular blender, blend in batches and return to pot.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Keep warm on low heat.
  6. Butter one side of each bread slice generously. On the unbuttered side, evenly sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Add grated Parmesan on top if desired.
  7. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches buttered side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to melt cheese evenly.
  8. Cut sandwiches in half and ladle warm tomato soup into bowls. Serve immediately, dipping grilled cheese into the soup.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid burning the bread before cheese melts. Butter the bread, not the pan, for even golden crust. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread. For vegan, use dairy-free cheese and coconut cream. Reheat grilled cheese in skillet or toaster oven to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: grilled cheese, tomato soup, comfort food, easy recipe, quick dinner, cheesy sandwich, creamy tomato soup

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