Soul-Warming Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Delight
This Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese is a perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, combining rich flavors into a satisfying dish.
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Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 480kcal
Equipment
- Large pot
- Immersion Blender
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 4 cups canned tomatoes the base that gives our soup its rich, tangy flavor
- 2 cups vegetable broth adds depth; feel free to use chicken broth if preferred
- 1 medium onion, diced for a sweet, aromatic foundation in the soup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced enhances the overall savory profile of the dish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil used for sautéing; it adds a lovely richness
- 1 teaspoon sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes perfectly
- 1 teaspoon salt essential for bringing out all the flavors
- 1 teaspoon pepper adds a warming kick; adjust to taste
For the Grilled Cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded brings sharpness and a beautiful melt
- 8 slices bread your choice of bread; sourdough brings extra flavor
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded delivers that gooey, stringy texture we crave
- 2 tablespoons butter for a golden crust that makes all the difference
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and allow it to shimmer. Once hot, introduce 1 medium diced onion and 2 minced cloves of garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in 4 cups of canned tomatoes and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Return it to the pot over low heat to keep warm.
- Butter one side of each of the 8 bread slices with 2 tablespoons of butter. Layer 1 cup of cheddar cheese and 2 cups of mozzarella cheese on the unbuttered side, then top with another slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the sandwiches in the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Slice the grilled cheese sandwiches and serve them with the warm Tomato Soup.
Notes
This Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese is perfect for meal prep and can be stored for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 3mg