Creamy Tomato Soup with Crispy Grilled Cheese

Ingredients

• 12 oz tomato puree (1 can)
• 8 oz tomato sauce (1 can)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1.5 cup heavy whipping cream (Source states 1–1½ cups)
• 0.5 package Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (Freshly grated)
• 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese (Shredded; or more for extra cheesiness)
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp dried basil
• 0.5 tsp onion powder
• 0.25 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
• dried thyme (Tiny pinch)
• sourdough bread (Sliced; amount not specified)
• butter (A little, for the skillet)
• mayonnaise (Thin layer on one side of each bread slice)
• cheese (Your favorite cheese or a blend; amount not specified)

Steps

1. 1

   Add the tomato puree and tomato sauce to a pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Stir all of the kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and thyme into the tomatoes.

3. 3

   Pour in the chicken broth and heavy whipping cream, then whisk until smooth.

4. 4

   Add half a package of Garlic & Fine Herbs Boursin cheese and stir until it melts.

5. 5

   Stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella until the soup is smooth and creamy.

6. 6

   Let the soup simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter.

8. 8

   Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

9. 9

   Place the bread mayonnaise-side down in the buttered skillet.

10. 10

    Add your cheese, then place the second slice of bread on top with the mayonnaise side facing up.

11. 11

    Cook until golden, then flip and cook the other side until both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted.

12. 12

    Serve the grilled cheese alongside the creamy tomato soup.

Notes

The source does not specify quantities for the bread, butter, mayonnaise, or grilled-cheese filling, and does not state the number of sandwiches. Adjust the cheese upward if desired.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• soup
• grilled cheese
• vegetarian option
• stovetop
• comfort food
• quick dinner