Description
A comforting and flavorful recipe for easy homemade tomato soup served with delicious grilled cheese sandwiches. This classic combination is perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Tomato Soup:
- 1 1/2 kg (3lbs) Tomatoes
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 red onions finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tsp tomato paste
- 8 cups vegetable / chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cream
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Grilled Cheese Sandwich:
- 2 slices bread per person
- 2 cups grated mozzarella
- 2 cups grated mature cheddar
- Butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F.
- Roast the tomatoes: Place the tomatoes in a roasting tray with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sugar, and salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes until caramelized.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In a pot, sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and basil.
- Cook the soup: Add roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock. Simmer for 10 minutes, then blend until smooth. Add cream and season.
- Make grilled cheese: Mix mozzarella and cheddar. Fill bread with cheese, butter, and cook until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy the tomato soup with cream, basil, and grilled cheese sandwiches.
Notes
- Roasting tomatoes enhances flavor.
- Use canned tomatoes if fresh aren’t available.
- Complement tomatoes with balsamic vinegar, basil, and garlic.
- Add sugar to balance acidity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 479 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 943mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.02g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 63mg
