Creamy Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese CroutonsIngredients:
For the Tomato Soup:
1/4 cup olive oil 1 large yellow onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream Salt and pepper to tasteFor the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
12 slices white bread 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup unsalted butterInstructions:
For the Tomato Soup:
1.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4.
Add the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth to the pot.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened.
5.
Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
6.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper to taste.
For the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
1.
Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
2.
Butter one side of each slice of bread.
3.
Place 6 slices of bread, buttered side down, on the griddle.
4.
Sprinkle half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the bread.
5.
Top with the remaining 6 slices of bread, buttered side up.
6.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7.
Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches into small squares for croutons.
To Serve:
1.
Ladle the tomato soup into bowls or mugs.
2.
Top with the grilled cheese croutons.
3.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

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