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Amazing Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons
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Enjoy a comforting bowl of homemade tomato basil soup, elevated with crispy grilled cheese croutons. This recipe brings warmth and flavor to your table, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 4 slices bread
  • 4 slices cheese (cheddar or Gruyere recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for at least 20 minutes, or longer for deeper flavor. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. While the soup simmers, prepare the grilled cheese croutons. Butter one side of each bread slice.
  6. Place cheese between two unbuttered sides of bread slices.
  7. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and grill until golden brown and cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  8. Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches into bite-sized cubes.
  9. If using, stir heavy cream into the soup just before serving.
  10. Ladle soup into bowls and top with grilled cheese croutons.

Notes

  • For a smoother soup, you can use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a regular blender after simmering.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  • Experiment with different cheeses for your grilled cheese croutons.

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