Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with their juices 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseFor the croutons:
4 slices bread 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheeseInstructions:
For the soup:
1.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.
Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
4.
Stir in the tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
6.
Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in a regular blender until smooth.
7.
Return the soup to the saucepan and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
8.
Heat through, stirring occasionally.
For the croutons:
1.
Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
2.
Spread the butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
3.
Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on the buttered side.
4.
Grill the bread in the skillet until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
5.
Cut the croutons into bite-sized pieces.
To serve:
1.
Ladle the soup into bowls.
2.
Top with the grilled cheese croutons.
3.
Enjoy!

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