Grilled Cheese + Tom Soup Recipe
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Spread 1/2 tablespoon butter on one side of each of the 4 slices of sourdough.
- 2
Assemble two grilled cheese sandwiches using 8 slices of sharp cheddar, placing cheese between bread slices with the buttered sides facing outward.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwiches until the bottom is golden and the cheese begins to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Flip sandwiches and cook until the second side is golden and the cheese is fully melted. Remove from the skillet and cut each sandwich in half.
- 5
For the soup: In a separate pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion and 2 garlic cloves; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Stir in 2 cups crushed tomatoes and 1 cup vegetable broth; bring to a simmer and cook for 8-12 minutes to develop flavor.
- 7
Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste. Simmer for another 2-5 minutes.
- 8
Serve the hot tomato soup with the grilled cheese on the side. Optional garnish: chopped fresh basil.
