Byo Grilled Cheese Recipe
Served with a cup of our tomato bisque soup, chips, and a pickle
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Ingredients
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Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Tomato Bisque Soup
Sides
Method
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- 1
Prepare the Bread
Spread butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
- 2
Assemble the Sandwich
On the unbuttered side of two slices, place a slice of cheddar cheese. Add any optional fillings if desired, then top with the remaining cheese and cover with the other two slices of bread, buttered side out.
- 3
Tomato Bisque Soup
- 4
- 5
Add the Tomatoes and Broth
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Blend the Soup
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender.
- 7
Finish the Soup
Stir in the heavy cream, fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Heat for an additional 5 minutes, then adjust seasoning to taste.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Meal
Serve the grilled cheese sandwich with a cup of tomato bisque soup on the side, along with a bag of potato chips and pickles.