Golden, Gooey Grilled Cheese with Savory Tomato Soup – A Match Made in Comfort Food Heaven
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup is the ultimate comfort food pairing, perfect for cozy evenings at home or a nostalgic lunch. The combination of buttery, crispy grilled cheese sandwiches filled with melted cheese and a rich, creamy tomato soup is irresistible. This classic duo is easy to make, satisfying for all ages, and brings warmth to any occasion, from rainy days to family dinners.
This dish is great for rainy days, casual family dinners, or even comfort-food-themed parties.
How to Make From Scratch:
- Grilled Cheese: Start with fresh, thick slices of bread, spread butter on both sides, and place slices of your favorite cheese in between. Grill in a pan on medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
- Tomato Soup: For homemade soup, sauté onions and garlic, add canned or fresh tomatoes, and simmer with chicken or vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and add cream for richness.
When to Flip:
Flip the grilled cheese once the bottom side is golden brown, usually after 3-4 minutes.
How to Reheat:
To reheat grilled cheese, place it in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore its crispiness. For soup, warm it on the stove on low heat while stirring.
Can You Save Batter?
For grilled cheese, there is no batter, but you can prepare extra sandwiches and keep them in the fridge for a day or two before cooking.
Can You Freeze?
Tomato soup freezes well for up to 3 months. Store it in an airtight container. Grilled cheese does not freeze well after cooking but can be assembled and frozen before grilling.
Ingredients:
- Grilled Cheese:
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 8 slices of cheddar or your favorite cheese
- Tomato Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Grilled Cheese:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Spread butter on both sides of each bread slice.
- Place cheese between two slices of bread and grill until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Tomato Soup:
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add crushed tomatoes and broth, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend until smooth, then stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper.
Editor’s Note:
Feel free to add herbs like basil to the soup for extra flavor, or try different cheeses like mozzarella or Swiss for the sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts:
- Grilled Cheese: Approx. 350 calories per sandwich
- Tomato Soup: Approx. 200 calories per cup
