Easy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese: A Cozy Comfort Meal
A warm and comforting dish that perfectly blends the rich flavors of tomato soup with crispy grilled cheese sandwiches.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices bread
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Add the tomato puree, vegetable broth, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the grilled cheese sandwiches. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place cheese between two slices of bread.
- Toast the sandwiches on both sides until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve the soup hot with grilled cheese sandwiches on the side.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream or milk before serving.
- Feel free to garnish with fresh basil or croutons for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Easy Tomato Soup, Grilled Cheese, Comfort Food