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A steaming bowl of tomato soup paired with a classic grilled cheese sandwich

Best way to grow your Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese pairing in 3 easy steps

Warm up with a comforting bowl of homemade tomato soup alongside a classic, gooey grilled cheese sandwich. This perfect pairing is easy to make and ideal for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tomato Soup
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes (28 ounce)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
Grilled Cheese
  • 8 slices bread
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Pan
  • Spatula
  • Blender

Method
 

Tomato Soup
  1. Sauté chopped onion in olive oil until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot, bring to a simmer, then cook for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Carefully blend the soup until smooth, return it to the pot, then stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Grilled Cheese
  1. Butter one side of each bread slice, then assemble sandwiches with cheddar and provolone cheese between the unbuttered sides of bread.
  2. Grill the sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can roast the tomatoes before adding them to the soup. Experiment with different types of cheese for your grilled cheese to find your favorite combination!