Name: Rustic Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 1 medium onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 8 slices of bread (sourdough or whole wheat); 4 tbsp butter; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

This comforting Rustic Tomato Basil Soup combines ripe tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil to create a rich and hearty base. The soup is slow-simmered to enhance its natural flavors, then finished with a touch of cream for smoothness. Paired with crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, this meal is perfect for a cozy dinner. The combination of tangy tomato soup and melty, golden-brown grilled cheese is both nostalgic and satisfying. It’s the ideal dish to warm up with on a chilly evening, offering a balance of flavors and textures that everyone will love.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

For a smoother texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
Use sourdough bread for extra flavor in the grilled cheese.
Swap heavy cream for coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar to the soup for a touch of sweetness.

Yield: Serves 4

Rustic Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese

Hearty tomato soup with fresh basil and grilled cheese, perfect for cozy dinners.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

For Tomato Basil Soup:

4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

For Grilled Cheese:

8 slices of bread (sourdough or whole wheat)
4 tbsp butter
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Make Soup: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until softened. Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
Add vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
Stir in chopped basil and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
Add heavy cream and stir until combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Grilled Cheese: Butter each slice of bread. Place cheese between two slices and grill on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve the soup hot with grilled cheese on the side.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dollop of pesto to the soup before serving.
If using canned tomatoes, opt for high-quality, fire-roasted varieties for richer flavor.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 718Total Fat 51gSaturated Fat 26gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 20gCholesterol 120mgSodium 1524mgCarbohydrates 46gFiber 4gSugar 12gProtein 22g

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