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Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

Cultural Context

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is a classic American comfort food, often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack. It combines the crispy, gooey delight of a grilled cheese sandwich with the warm, tangy flavors of tomato soup. This dish is particularly popular among children and is frequently served in homes and diners across the United States. Its simplicity and heartiness make it a beloved choice for any time of the day, especially during colder months.

AmericanUSmain
20 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
4 slices sourdough bread
4 oz Gouda cheese
4 oz Fontina cheese
4 oz English white cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion
2 cloves garlic
4 cups vine tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 oz) canned tomato and basil soup

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Lower calorie option or more budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Healthier fat option or more affordable.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

More nutritious option or budget-friendly.

1

Bake the sourdough bread in the oven at 500° for 20 minutes.

2

Grate Gouda, Fontina, and English white cheddar cheese.

3

Cut a yellow onion into wedges and smash a garlic clove, chopping finely.

4

Pour olive oil over the tomatoes and onion on a tray.

5

Add salt and pepper to the tomatoes and onion.

6

Roast the tomatoes and onion in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes.

7

Microwave the canned tomato and basil soup for 2 to 4 minutes.

8

Butter the outside of the bread for grilling.

Cooking Techniques

grilledsimmered

Equipment Needed

skilletpotblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Cheese Toastie and Tomato Soup

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