Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients:
For the soup:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable broth 3 cups chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned) 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper to tasteFor the grilled cheese croutons:
4 slices bread (white, sourdough, or your favorite) 1/4 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseInstructions:
Make the soup:
1.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2.
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
3.
Add the vegetable broth, tomatoes, oregano, and basil.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened.
4.
Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
5.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Make the grilled cheese croutons:
1.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2.
Spread the butter on one side of each slice of bread.
Top 2 slices of bread with the cheese.
Place the remaining 2 slices on top, buttered side down.
3.
Grill the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
4.
Cut the sandwiches into croutons.
Serve the soup:
1.
Ladle the creamy tomato soup into bowls.
2.
Top with the grilled cheese croutons.
3.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
Enjoy!

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