Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Rustic Tomato Basil S

Name: Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Rustic Tomato Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 1 whole Large Onion, Diced; 4 cloves Garlic, Diced; 2- 1/2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 4 cups Chicken Stock; 1 Tablespoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper (Double This If You Like A Bit More Heat); 1/4 teaspoons Cayenne (optional); 28 ounces, weight Canned Peeled San Marzano Tomatoes In Juice (Thoroughly Crush Tomatoes With Your Hands); 1/2 cups Basil Leaves, Chopped (or More As Desired); 1/4 cups Heavy Cream; 6 Tablespoons Salted Butter, Softened; 8 slices Sourdough Bread; 2 cups Gruyere Cheese, Shredded; 2 cups Extra-Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 whole Large Onion, Diced
4 cloves Garlic, Diced
2- 1/2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
4 cups Chicken Stock
1 Tablespoon Salt
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper (Double This If You Like A Bit More Heat)
1/4 teaspoons Cayenne (optional)
28 ounces, weight Canned Peeled San Marzano Tomatoes In Juice (Thoroughly Crush Tomatoes With Your Hands)
1/2 cups Basil Leaves, Chopped (or More As Desired)
1/4 cups Heavy Cream
6 Tablespoons Salted Butter, Softened
8 slices Sourdough Bread
2 cups Gruyere Cheese, Shredded
2 cups Extra-Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded

1
For the rustic tomato basil soup: In a large pot on medium-low heat, heat the oil and butter.
2
Once it melts, add the onion and saute for about 15 minutes (make sure to stir it to keep it from burning) or until perfectly caramelized.
3
Add garlic and saute for another minute or two.
4
Add the tomato paste and saute together for another minute.
5
Mix in chicken broth/stock, salt and pepper.
6
If you like a little more heat like I do, go ahead and add the cayenne too.
7
It wont make it too spicy, but it will definitely give it a little kick.
8
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, put the lid on the pot to bring to a gentle boil.
9
After the soup has reached a gentle boil, turn to low heat.
10
At this point, go ahead and make the grilled cheese sandwiches because the soup is almost done.
11
A couple minutes before serving the dish, stir the basil and cream into the soup.
12
For the grilled cheese sandwiches: Place a griddle/non-stick pan on medium-low heat.
13
Generously butter one side of each of the sourdough bread slices.
14
Once the griddle/pan is hot, place half of the bread slices in, butter side down.
15
Add a hefty handful of cheeses to each piece of bread and top each with another slice of bread (butter side up).
16
After 2 minutes, or when the bottom slice crisps and turns golden-brown, gently flip the sandwich to brown the opposite side for another 2 minutes.
17
Remove from heat, slice and serve with a bowl of tomato basil soup.
18
Enjoy!

1201

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Butter, 1 whole Large Onion, Diced, 4 cloves Garlic, Diced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Rustic Tomato Basil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Rustic Tomato Basil Soup

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