5-Ingredient Tomato Soup Combo (Printable)

Classic creamy tomato paired with crispy grilled cheese for a perfect dipping combo.

# What You Need:

→ Tomato Soup

01 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
02 - 1 small yellow onion, chopped
03 - 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
04 - 2 cups vegetable broth
05 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Grilled Cheese

06 - 4 slices sourdough bread
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
08 - 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese

# Directions:

01 - Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add whole peeled tomatoes with juice and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
03 - Blend soup with an immersion blender or transfer carefully to a blender until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper, keep warm over low heat.
04 - Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice. Layer cheese between two slices, buttered sides facing out, forming two sandwiches.
05 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Grill each sandwich 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
06 - Cut grilled cheese into strips or cubes for dipping. Serve hot tomato soup with grilled cheese on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Only five ingredients per dish, so it's easy to shop for and quick to make
  • Perfect nostalgic comfort food pairing for chilly evenings
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy and gluten; always check labels for possible traces of nuts or soy
  • For a spicy twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the soup
03 -
  • For extra creaminess, stir in two tablespoons heavy cream before serving the soup
  • Swap cheddar for another melty cheese such as Gruyère or Monterey Jack for a flavor twist
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