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Gourmet Grilled Cheese Tomato Soup

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A comforting and easy-to-make tomato soup perfect for a cozy fall soup party, topped with croutons and melted cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs Roma tomatoes, cleaned, halved and cored
  • 1/2 medium onion
  • 3–4 large cloves garlic
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2–3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 quart chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, divided
  • 2–3 fresh sprigs oregano, divided
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Croutons
  • Grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, place tomatoes, onions, garlic, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Toss until coated.
  2. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, cut side up.
  3. Bake at 400°F for 45 minutes to 1 hour until tomatoes are soft and slightly charred at edges.
  4. Transfer tomatoes, onions, and garlic to a soup pot over medium heat.
  5. Add chicken broth, half of the fresh basil leaves, and half of the oregano sprigs.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
  7. Blend the soup until smooth.
  8. Add garlic powder, sugar, salt, pepper, and the remaining fresh herbs.
  9. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  10. Ladle soup into oven-proof bowls, top with croutons and a generous layer of grated cheddar cheese.
  11. Bake in a 375°F oven for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

This soup can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving. For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth. Adding fresh herbs at the end enhances the flavor and aroma.

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