Save A comforting classic combo featuring creamy tomato soup and crispy melty grilled cheese perfect for dipping.
I remember chilly evenings as a kid when my family made tomato soup and grilled cheese in under thirty minutes. The smell of buttery bread crisping in the skillet always meant comfort and warmth.
Ingredients
- For the Tomato Soup: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 small yellow onion chopped, 1 can (28 oz / 800 g) whole peeled tomatoes, 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth, salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Grilled Cheese: 4 slices sourdough bread, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened, 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Onion:
- In a medium saucepan melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent about 5 minutes.
- Cook Soup:
- Add tomatoes with juice and vegetable broth. Bring to simmer and cook for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Blend and Season:
- Use immersion blender or carefully transfer soup to blender to blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
- Prepare Sandwiches:
- Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Place cheese between two bread slices buttered sides out for two sandwiches.
- Grill Sandwiches:
- Heat skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches about 2 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
- Cut and Serve:
- Cut grilled cheese into strips or cubes for dunking. Serve soup in bowls and enjoy alongside grilled cheese.
Save Sharing this soup and sandwich with my sister always led to laughter as we dunked crispy grilled cheese into rich tomato soup.
Required Tools
Medium saucepan immersion blender or blender skillet knife cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy products and gluten from bread. Check bread and cheese packaging for possible nut or soy traces.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 480 Calories 25 g Total Fat 48 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein
Save This combo always feels like a hug from the inside, especially with crispy grilled cheese and steaming tomato soup ready to dip.
Recipe FAQ
- → How can I enhance the tomato base's flavor?
Cooking onions until translucent and simmering the tomatoes with broth helps develop rich depth. Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes can introduce a subtle kick.
- → What types of cheese work well for the grilled sandwiches?
Sharp cheddar provides excellent melt and flavor, but Gruyère or Monterey Jack are also great alternatives for creamy, melty texture.
- → Can I make the tomato blend creamier?
Stirring in a couple tablespoons of heavy cream before serving adds smoothness and richness to the tomato base.
- → How should I prepare the grilled bread for optimal crispness?
Spreading softened butter on the outside of each slice before grilling in a skillet ensures a golden, crisp crust with melted cheese inside.
- → Is it possible to adjust the seasoning after blending?
Yes, seasoning with salt and pepper after blending allows you to fine-tune the flavor to your preference just before serving.