Save to Pinterest A comforting, classic combo featuring creamy tomato soup and crispy, melty grilled cheese perfect for dipping.
This meal reminds me of chilly evenings when all you want is something warm and cheesy. Making this with just a handful of ingredients never fails to bring smiles around the table.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 1 tablespoon for the soup, plus 2 tablespoons softened for grilled cheese
- Yellow onion: 1 small, chopped
- Whole peeled tomatoes: 1 can (28 oz / 800 g)
- Vegetable broth: 2 cups (480 ml)
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
- Sourdough bread: 4 slices
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 4 slices
Instructions
- Sauté onion:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Simmer tomato soup:
- Add canned tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Blend soup:
- Use an immersion blender (or transfer to blender) to blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat.
- Assemble grilled cheese:
- Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Place cheese slices between two bread slices, buttered sides out, for two sandwiches.
- Grill sandwiches:
- Heat skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Prep for dunking:
- Cut grilled cheese into strips or cubes.
- Serve:
- Ladle hot tomato soup into bowls. Arrange grilled cheese for dipping.
Save to Pinterest This tomato soup and grilled cheese combo brings back memories of sharing meals with family on rainy afternoons, dunking our sandwiches and laughing together.
Required Tools
You'll need a medium saucepan, immersion blender or blender, skillet, knife, and cutting board for this recipe.
Allergen Information
Dairy is included with butter and cheese. Sourdough bread contains gluten. Always check ingredient labels for nuts or soy if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 480 Protein: 16 g Total Fat: 25 g Carbohydrates: 48 g
Save to Pinterest This classic duo is sure to comfort and satisfy. Enjoy every warm, cheesy dip!
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of cheese works best for grilling?
Sharp cheddar is classic for melting and flavor, but Gruyère or Monterey Jack offer delightful alternatives with similar meltiness.
- → How can I make the tomato soup creamier?
Stirring in a couple of tablespoons of heavy cream before serving enriches the texture, adding smoothness and depth.
- → Can I spice up the tomato soup?
Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes gives the soup a gentle heat without overpowering its natural sweetness.
- → What’s the best method for blending the soup?
Using an immersion blender directly in the pot is convenient, but a countertop blender works well too; just be careful with hot liquids.
- → How do I achieve crispy grilled cheese sandwiches?
Spread softened butter evenly on bread slices, grill over medium heat until golden and cheese melts inside, flipping carefully to avoid burning.