Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients:
For the Soup:
2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
8 slices bread (white, sourdough, or wheat) 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseInstructions:
For the Soup:
1.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2.
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
5.
Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a regular blender and puree until smooth.
6.
Return the pureed mixture to the pot.
7.
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
8.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
For the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
1.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
2.
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of bread.
3.
Place half of the slices of bread in the skillet, butter-side down.
4.
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese on top of each slice.
5.
Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter-side up.
6.
Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7.
Remove from the skillet and cut into croutons.
To Serve:
Ladle the tomato soup into bowls.
Top each bowl with grilled cheese croutons.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

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