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Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Cultural Context

Tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches are quintessential comfort food in American cuisine. This pairing is often enjoyed as a quick lunch or dinner, especially on chilly days. The creamy tomato soup complements the crispy, gooey grilled cheese, creating a satisfying meal that evokes nostalgia for many. Variations abound, with some adding herbs or spices to the soup or using different types of bread and cheese for the sandwiches.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 Roma tomatoes
sugar bomb tomatoes
kari tomatoes
half a shallot
3 cloves garlic
cooking oil
salt
dried thyme
crushed red pepper flakes
smoked paprika
chicken bullion
1 cup water
jalapeno cheese bread
extra sharp white cheddar cheese

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still melting well

1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

2

Spread 2 Roma tomatoes, sugar bomb tomatoes, half a shallot, and 3 cloves of garlic (with skin on) on a baking sheet.

3

Spray with cooking oil and add a generous pinch of salt.

4

Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until softened.

5

Remove garlic skins and tomato stems after roasting.

6

In a pot, combine roasted tomatoes, shallots, garlic, dried thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, and chicken bullion.

7

Add 1 cup of water to the blender to get residual puree and pour into the pot.

8

Stir and let simmer on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes.

9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

10

Prepare grilled cheese using jalapeno cheese bread and extra sharp white cheddar cheese.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingblending

Equipment Needed

ovenpotblender

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Grilled Cheese and Tomato SoupTomato Bisque with Grilled Cheese

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