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Gourmet Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this gourmet grilled cheese sandwich paired with a rich and creamy tomato soup. This dish elevates the classic flavors by using artisan bread, a blend of gooey Gruyere and sharp Cheddar cheese, and a velvety tomato soup enriched with heavy cream. Perfect for chilly evenings or a cozy weekend lunch, this meal is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. The combination of crisp, golden-brown bread and melty cheese with the smoothness of the tomato soup is a match made in culinary heaven. Did you know that grilled cheese sandwiches date back to the 1920s and have been a beloved comfort food ever since?
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- Fresh basil
- a handful, for garnish
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup
- Tomato soup
- 1 can (about 15 ounces) or homemade
- Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons
- Tomato
- 1 large, sliced
- Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 cup, shredded
- Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup, shredded
- Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons, softened
- Artisan bread
- 4 slices (such as sourdough or ciabatta)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of artisan bread.
- Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on the skillet.
- Layer each slice generously with shredded cheddar cheese, followed by shredded Gruyere cheese, and top with tomato slices.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the unbuttered side of the remaining two slices of bread and place them on top of the tomato slices, mayo side facing up.
- Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is thoroughly melted. Press down slightly with a spatula for even grilling.
- In a separate pot, heat the tomato soup over medium heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the soup for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and creamy.
- Serve the grilled cheese sandwiches with a bowl of piping hot tomato soup, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Enjoy your gourmet meal!
Dietary Information
Servings: 2 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 650 • Fat: 45g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 900mg • Sugar: 7g
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