Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients:
For the soup:
2 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium yellow onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 (28-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup heavy creamFor the grilled cheese croutons:
8 slices white bread 4 slices cheddar cheese 4 slices mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons unsalted butterInstructions:
For the soup:
1.
In a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
2.
Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil.
5.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the soup has thickened.
6.
Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
For the grilled cheese croutons:
1.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
2.
Lay 4 slices of bread in the skillet.
3.
Top each slice of bread with a slice of cheddar cheese and a slice of mozzarella cheese.
4.
Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread.
5.
Spread the butter evenly over the outsides of the sandwiches.
6.
Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.
Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches into cubes.
To assemble the soup:
1.
Ladle the creamy tomato soup into bowls.
2.
Top with the grilled cheese croutons.
Tips:
For a spicier soup, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the soup when simmering.
To make the soup ahead of time, prepare the soup and let it cool completely.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat before serving.

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