Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients for the Soup:
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 yellow onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained 1 (14.
5-ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth 1 (14.
5-ounce) can low-sodium vegetable broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to tasteIngredients for the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
8 slices white bread 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheeseInstructions:
For the Soup:
1.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.
Add the onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until softened.
3.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute, or until fragrant.
4.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and vegetable broth.
5.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened.
6.
Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
(Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a regular blender and blend in batches.
)7.
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
8.
Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
For the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
1.
Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat.
2.
Spread the softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
3.
Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese on top of 4 of the slices, butter-side down.
4.
Top with the remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
5.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.
Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches into squares or strips.
To Serve:
1.
Ladle the creamy tomato soup into bowls.
2.
Top with the grilled cheese croutons.
3.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Tips:
For a creamier soup, use more heavy cream.
Add a pinch of dried basil or oregano for extra flavor.
If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender to blend the soup.
Just be sure to do it in batches and be careful not to overfill the blender.
You can also add other toppings to the soup, such as croutons, chopped fresh parsley, or crumbled bacon.

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