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Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Recipe with Crispy Grilled Cheese Croutons Made Easy

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A cozy and soul-soothing creamy roasted tomato basil soup paired with crispy grilled cheese croutons, perfect for quick and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups ripe tomatoes (about 8 medium), halved or quartered — roma or vine-ripened
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese or plain Greek yogurt
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
  • 4 slices sturdy white or sourdough bread (day-old bread works well)
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange halved or quartered tomatoes on a roasting pan, drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
  2. While tomatoes roast, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook another minute.
  3. Transfer roasted tomatoes with juices into the pot with onions and garlic. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove pot from heat. Add fresh basil leaves and cottage cheese or Greek yogurt. Puree soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and sugar if needed.
  5. Butter one side of each bread slice. Place 2 slices butter-side-down on a skillet over medium heat. Add cheddar cheese, then top with remaining bread slices, butter-side-up. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts. Let cool slightly, then cut into bite-sized cubes.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle crispy grilled cheese croutons on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

If soup is too thick, add more broth to loosen. Use medium heat for grilled cheese croutons to avoid burning. Roasting tomatoes enhances natural sweetness and flavor. For dairy-free, use coconut yogurt and plant-based cheese and butter. Store soup and croutons separately to maintain crunch.

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