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Cozy Garden Fresh Tomato Soup Recipe with Crispy Grilled Cheese Croutons Made Easy

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A velvety, comforting tomato soup made from fresh garden tomatoes, roasted to deepen sweetness, paired with crispy grilled cheese croutons for a perfect texture contrast.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds ripe garden tomatoes (vine-ripened or heirloom, Roma tomatoes optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 thick slices sourdough bread
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut tomatoes into halves or quarters and spread cut-side up on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes until softened and caramelized.
  2. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil and sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  3. Transfer roasted tomatoes with juices to the saucepan. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Remove from heat and puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth and velvety. If using a regular blender, blend in batches carefully.
  5. Stir in chopped fresh basil leaves.
  6. Butter one side of each sourdough slice. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, place bread butter-side down, top with cheddar, then another slice butter-side up. Grill 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts. Let cool and cut into bite-sized croutons.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and scatter grilled cheese croutons on top. Serve warm.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add broth or water to loosen. To balance acidity, add a pinch of sugar or a drizzle of cream. Use thick bread slices and medium heat for crispy grilled cheese croutons. Vegan and gluten-free substitutions available.

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Keywords: tomato soup, grilled cheese croutons, garden fresh tomatoes, comfort food, easy soup recipe, roasted tomato soup

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