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Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

Cultural Context

Tomato soup has its roots in the early 19th century, gaining popularity in American households as a comforting dish. Often paired with grilled cheese sandwiches, this combination became a staple of childhood lunches and nostalgic meals. Today, variations abound, with gourmet twists and artisanal breads elevating the classic pairing to new heights, appealing to both traditionalists and modern foodies alike.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 tablespoon olive oil or ghee
2 medium yellow onions
2 medium carrots
2 celery sticks
4 cups vegetable stock
1 kg (2 LB) Roma tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Pinch of cloves (about 1/8 teaspoon)
4 tablespoons heavy cream
Slices of bread preferably sourdough
Cheese
Butter for toast

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor with fewer calories

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and more flavorful

1

Heat olive oil or ghee in a large pot over medium heat.

2

Add chopped yellow onions and sauté until translucent.

3

Stir in chopped carrots and celery, cooking until softened.

4

Add chopped Roma tomatoes and vegetable stock, then bring to a simmer.

5

Cook for an appropriate time until tomatoes are soft.

6

Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches.

7

Stir in heavy cream, sugar, and cloves, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8

For croutons, butter slices of sourdough bread on one side.

9

Place cheese between two slices of bread, buttered sides out.

10

Grill on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

11

Cut grilled cheese into croutons.

12

Serve tomato soup hot, topped with grilled cheese croutons.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblendinggrilling

Equipment Needed

large potskilletimmersion blendercutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Tomato BisqueCreamy Tomato Soup

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