Roasted Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons
By Recipes Worth Cooking Test Kitchen

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: American

Description:
Roasted tomatoes blend into a bright basil soup finished with crisp grilled cheese croutons for a familiar comfort lunch.

Ingredients:
- 2.50 Pound tomatoes
- 1.00 Piece yellow onion
- 4.00 Clove garlic
- 3.00 Tablespoon olive oil
- 3.00 Cup vegetable broth
- 0.50 Cup basil
- 0.25 Cup heavy cream
- 4.00 Piece sourdough bread
- 4.00 Ounce cheddar cheese
- 1.00 Tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions:
<ol><li>Heat the oven to 425 F. Place tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a sheet pan.</li><li>Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 35 minutes.</li><li>Transfer roasted vegetables and juices to a pot. Add broth and simmer for 10 minutes.</li><li>Blend until smooth, then stir in basil and cream if using.</li><li>Make grilled cheese sandwiches with bread, cheddar, and butter in a skillet until golden.</li><li>Cut sandwiches into small squares.</li><li>Serve soup topped with grilled cheese croutons and a drizzle of olive oil.</li></ol>

Notes:
<ul><li>If tomatoes are out of season, use two 28-ounce cans of whole tomatoes and roast them drained.</li><li>Add cream only after blending so the soup stays smooth.</li><li>Keep croutons separate until serving so they stay crisp.</li></ul>

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