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Easy tomato soup with grilled cheese

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450
A comforting and flavorful tomato soup paired with crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1.5 kg Tomatoes (Fresh or canned)
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 red onions red onions (finely chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves garlic cloves (finely chopped)
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves (blended in soup)
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 8 cups vegetable / chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup cream
  • to taste salt & black pepper
  • to serve fresh basil
  • 2 slices bread (per person)
  • 2 cups grated mozzarella
  • 2 cups grated mature cheddar
  • to taste butter

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C/390°F. Roast tomatoes with vinegar, oil, sugar, and salt for 25-30 minutes.
  • Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and basil, cook for 1 minute.
  • Add roasted tomatoes and tomato paste, then pour in broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Blend the soup until smooth, then stir in cream and season to taste.
  • Assemble grilled cheese sandwiches with cheese, butter both sides, and cook until golden brown.
  • Serve the soup with a drizzle of cream, basil, and the grilled cheese sandwiches.

Notes

You can use canned tomatoes for convenience and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Grilled Cheese, soup, tomato