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grilled cheese and tomato soup

Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup

A cozy, creamy, and comforting classic featuring crispy golden sandwiches paired with rich tomato soup. Perfect for quick dinners, gatherings, or rainy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Grilled Cheese
  • 8 slices bread
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese
  • For the Tomato Soup
  • 2 cups tomatoes
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup cream
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt & pepper
  • For the Topping
  • Fresh basil optional
  • Croutons optional

Method
 

  1. Sauté onions and garlic in butter until soft.
  2. Add tomatoes and broth, simmer until thick.
  3. Blend soup until smooth, then add cream and seasoning.
  4. Butter bread, add cheese, and grill until golden.
  5. Slice sandwich and serve hot with soup.

Notes

  • Soup can be made ahead and stored
  • Use medium heat for perfect sandwiches
  • Swap cheeses for different flavors
  • Adjust soup thickness with broth