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Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup Recipe with Crispy Grilled Cheese Dippers

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A comforting and easy-to-make creamy roasted tomato basil soup paired with crispy grilled cheese dippers, perfect for cozy winter evenings and quick dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 8 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened
  • Optional: pepper jack or mozzarella cheese for mixing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). On a baking sheet, toss halved tomatoes, garlic cloves, and chopped onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes are soft and slightly charred.
  2. Transfer roasted vegetables and juices to a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add broth and simmer gently over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  3. Puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and velvety. If using a countertop blender, blend in batches carefully and return to pot.
  4. Stir in heavy cream or coconut cream and fresh basil leaves. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  5. Butter one side of each sourdough bread slice. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on the unbuttered side. Cook sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Slice into strips for dipping.
  6. Serve the creamy roasted tomato basil soup hot with crispy grilled cheese dippers on the side.

Notes

Use softened butter for grilled cheese and cook over medium heat without pressing down to keep bread crispy. Blend hot soup in small batches to avoid splatters. Roasting tomatoes intensifies flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream. Soup can be stored in fridge up to 3 days; freeze without cream for up to 3 months.

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