Irresistibly Creamy Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

For the Grilled Cheese:
- 8 slices of bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 8 slices of cheddar cheese

For the Tomato Basil Soup:
- 2 cups tomato soup
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Instructions

Grilled Cheese:
1. Prepare the Bread: Lay 8 slices of bread on a flat surface. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of softened butter evenly on one side of each slice.
2. Assemble the Sandwiches: Place one slice of cheddar cheese on the unbuttered side of a slice of bread, then top with another slice with the buttered side facing out. Repeat for the remaining slices to create 4 sandwiches.
3. Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet in a single layer. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Adjust heat as necessary to prevent burning.
4. Rest: Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing.

Tomato Basil Soup:
1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of tomato soup, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
2. Heat the Soup: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the soup begins to simmer, about 5-7 minutes. Avoid bringing it to a boil.
3. Add Basil: Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, and serve immediately alongside the grilled cheese sandwiches.

Total Time

PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Grilled Cheese, Tomato Basil Soup, Lunch Recipe, Comfort Food, Quick Meal, Easy Cooking, Cheddar Cheese, Creamy Soup, Savory Lunch, Family Meal

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total calories for the entire dish: 1,560 calories

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