American Classics Free recipe

Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

This Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup is golden buttery grilled cheese with a bowl of silky tomato soup for dunking. A gentle simmer -- not a hard boil -- is what keeps everything tender instead of tough.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 20 min Total: 25 min

25Minutes

2Servings

4.9Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

Ready in about 25 minutes from start to finish.
The components can be made ahead and reheated without losing quality.
Comes together in a single pan or pot, which keeps cleanup simple.

Ingredients

Makes 2 servings

For the soup: 2 tbsp butter, 1 small onion chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes, 1.5 cups vegetable broth, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp sugar, salt and pepper
For the sandwiches: 4 slices sourdough bread, 3 tbsp softened butter, 4 slices cheddar, 2 slices American cheese

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

740Calories

64gFat

24gCarbs

18gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Start the soup: melt the butter in a pot over medium heat, add the onion, and cook 4 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Step 2
Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, and sugar. Simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring now and then.
Step 3
Turn off the heat and carefully blend the soup smooth with an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches). Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
Step 4
Make the sandwiches: butter one side of each bread slice. Place two slices butter-side down and layer the cheddar and American cheese between two slices, buttered sides facing out.
Step 5
Heat a skillet over medium-low. Cook the sandwiches 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until deep golden and the cheese is fully melted.
Step 6
Cut each sandwich in half and serve alongside bowls of the warm tomato soup for dipping.

Cook's tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.
Prep all the ingredients before you start cooking; this one moves quickly once it is on the heat.

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