Roasted Tomato Soup

Warm up your soul with this comforting Roasted Tomato Soup, paired perfectly with a classic grilled cheese sandwich. This duo is unbeatable for chilly days or any time you crave a deliciously satisfying meal. The deep flavors from roasted tomatoes and garlic create a luscious and smooth soup that pairs delightfully with a golden, crispy grilled cheese.

Ingredients

For the Soup:
🍅 8 Roma Tomatoes
🧄 1 head of Garlic
🫒 Olive oil, for drizzling
🌿 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
🌶️ 1 teaspoon Pepper
🧅 1/2 White Onion
🥛 1/4 cup Heavy Cream

For the Grilled Cheese:
🍞 4 slices of Bread (your choice)
🧈 2 tablespoons Butter
🧀 4 slices Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

1- Preheat and Prepare Ingredients:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Cut each of the Roma tomatoes into quarters.

2- Prepare Garlic and Setup Pan:

• Trim the top off the head of garlic to expose the cloves.
• Arrange the tomatoes and garlic in an aluminum pan. Drizzle generously with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning and pepper.

3- Add Onion and Roast:

• Add half rings of white onion atop the mixture.
• Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly charred, and the garlic is golden brown.

4- Blend and Strain Soup:

• Once roasted, transfer the tomatoes, onion, and garlic into a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
• Strain the blended soup into a pot to ensure a velvety texture.

5- Finish Soup:

• Reheat the soup gently, stirring in heavy cream just before serving.

6- Prepare Grilled Cheese:

• Heat a skillet over medium heat.
• Butter one side of each bread slice.

7- Assemble and Cook Sandwich:

• Place two slices, buttered side down, onto the skillet. Top each with two slices of cheddar cheese, then cover with the remaining bread, buttered side up.
• Grill each side for about 3-4 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 350 (optional adjustments for cheese type and bread)
Macronutrients per Serving:

• Proteins: 10g
• Fats: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
  Equipment: Oven, Aluminum Pan, Blender, Pot, Skillet

Cooking Tips

• Roasting amplifies the flavors of the tomatoes and garlic.
• Add fresh herbs like basil or thyme for extra aroma.

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Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese