Description
A comforting and classic meal featuring crispy, buttery grilled cheese sandwiches paired with warm, flavorful tomato soup. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
- 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Tomato Soup
- 2 cups high-quality tomato soup (canned or homemade)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients on your counter for easy access and smooth cooking process.
- Butter the Bread: Spread 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter evenly on one side of each bread slice to ensure crispy, golden edges when grilled.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Place 4 oz of sharp cheddar cheese between two slices of bread, ensuring the buttered sides face outwards for grilling.
- Preheat Skillet: Warm a skillet over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwiches.
- Grill Sandwiches: Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted inside.
- Heat Tomato Soup: While grilling, warm the tomato soup in a separate pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- Serve: Plate the grilled cheese sandwiches alongside the hot tomato soup, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired for an aromatic touch.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the sandwich.
- For a creamier tomato soup, stir in a splash of cream or milk after heating.
- Substitute cheddar with your favorite melting cheese like mozzarella or gouda.
- Ensure the skillet is not too hot to avoid burning the bread before cheese melts.
- Fresh basil is optional but adds a nice fresh flavor to the soup.
