Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese

Serves 2
Total time 25 minutes

Ingredients

For the Soup

1. 2 tablespoons butter
2. 1 small onion, diced
3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
4. 1 can crushed tomatoes, 28 ounces
5. 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
6. 1 teaspoon sugar
7. Half teaspoon salt
8. Half teaspoon black pepper
9. Quarter cup heavy cream (optional)

For the Sandwiches

1. 4 slices bread
2. 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
3. 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. In a pot melt butter. Add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic.
2. Add tomatoes, broth, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Use an immersion blender to blend smooth or leave chunky. Stir in cream if using. Keep warm.
4. For sandwiches, spread butter on bread slices. Place cheese between two slices.
5. Grill in a skillet on medium heat until bread is golden and cheese melted.
6. Serve soup hot with grilled cheese on the side.

Tips

1. Use fresh basil in the soup for extra flavor.
2. Try different cheeses like Swiss or provolone.
3. Dip the sandwich into the soup for the classic combo.