Roasted tomato soup

Between the savory tomato soup and the crispy grilled cheese, this homemade tomato soup truly does not get more comforting. Additionally, I know we all love a soup recipe that is easy to make and requires minimal steps. And this recipe is just that. All we have to do is roast the tomatoes with garlic and onions. Add it to a pot with the remaining ingredients, blend it together, and bam – you’ll have a delicious roasted tomato soup at your finger tips. Before we jump into all the details. Let’s take a minute to break down all the ingredients.

Ingredients in roasted tomato soup

We will be using 12 Roma tomatoes and baking them in the oven along with a few other fresh ingredients.

Garlic cloves adds so much flavor! Use four cloves of fresh garlic.

Yellow onion is also roasted along with the garlic and tomatoes.

We will use both olive oil and butter to coat the veggies for roasting.

Next up, we have canned crushed tomatoes! We will add a 28oz can of crushed tomatoes along with the roasted veggies.

Freshly chopped basil is key! If you don’t have fresh basil on hand you can substitute in dried basil but use much less. Start out using a tablespoon or two.

Just a dash of honey to cut some of the bitterness from the tomatoes.

Chicken broth helps create the base of the soup and pairs nicely with the tomatoes.

Lastly, half and half for a bit of creaminess.

Grilled cheese ingredients

When it comes to make a grilled cheese, you really can’t go wrong. Grab your favorite bread, favorite cheese, some butter or mayo and you’re good to go.

• Your favorite bread. Any bread will do!

• The best cheese. The cheese on your sandwich should really be any cheese that you love. The options are endless when it comes to grilled cheese. However, here are a few of my recommendations – sharp cheddar cheese, pepper jack, gruyere cheese, or provolone.

• Butter or mayo. Using one of the two is key to creating a crispy outside.

Why you’ll love this recipe

Everybody needs a go-to easy tomato soup. For when those colder temperatures roll around or for when you’re in the mood for a comforting bowl of soup, you’ll need this easy tomato soup to turn to. Here is why you are going to love this recipe.

• It is SO easy to make and requires a few simple steps.
• Tomato soup and grilled cheesed is the best combination (or really any sandwich that you love).
• It uses a mixture of fresh tomatoes and canned tomatoes.
• This soup can be made ahead of time and also stores really well in the freezer.
• It makes a large batch so it is perfect for a crowd or to make at the beginning of the week.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make this easy tomato soup in advance?

Yes definitely! Make the soup according to the instructions. Let the soup cool and then add it to an air tight plastic container. Store the soup in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Does this soup freeze well?

Yes it does! Make a batch of the soup and freeze half of it (or all of it) for a later date. You can reheat the soup by letting it thaw at room temperature, by adding it back into a soup pot over the stove, or by defrosting it in the microwave.

How to make this easy tomato soup

STEP 1

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and grab a large baking pan and line it with parchment paper or foil.

STEP 2

Add the halved tomatoes, garlic, and yellow onion. Drizzle them with olive oil and add the cubes of butter. Bake in the oven for thirty minutes.

STEP 3

Now, add the roasted tomato mixture to a large soup pot with the the crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, seasonings, honey, chicken broth. Put the pot on the stove over medium low heat.

STEP 4

While the soup is starting to heat up, use an immersion and blend until smooth. Or blend until the soup reaches the consistency of your liking.

STEP 5

Lastly, stir in the half and half and bring the soup to a strong simmer. Serve with a homemade grilled cheese and enjoy!

How to make a homemade grilled cheese

STEP 1

Grab all your grilled cheese ingredients: bread, cheese, and mayo/butter.

STEP 2

Heat a skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the cheese to the middle of the slices of bread and spread butter or mayo on the outside of each side of the sandwich.

STEP 3

Add the sandwich to the warm pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on one side. Then, flip to cook the other side. Cook until both sides are brown and crispy.

How to store

Prepare the soup according to the directions. Once the soup has cooled down, add it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days. Simply reheat the soup on the stove or in the microwave.

Also, this soup is freezer friendly! Store the homemade tomato soup in a freezer friendly container or dish. To reheat the soup, let it thaw at room temperature. Or simply at it to a large soup pot over low heat and slowly let it thaw.

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Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese

This roasted tomato soup with a homemade grilled cheese is going to become your new favorite soup recipe. All you need to do is bake the tomatoes, onions, and garlic, and then immersion blend them with the remaining ingredients, it's that easy!

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword easy tomato soup, homemade tomato soup, Roasted tomato soup, tomato soup and grilled cheese

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

• 12 roma tomatoes halved
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 medium yellow onion quartered
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
• ½ cup fresh chopped basil
• 1 tsp EACH: thyme, salt, pepper or salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth
• ½ cup half and half

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and grab a large baking pan and line it with parchment paper or foil.
• Add the halved tomatoes, garlic, and yellow onion to the pan. Drizzle them with olive oil and add the cubes of butter. Bake in the oven for thirty minutes.
• Now, add the roasted tomato mixture to a large soup pot with the the crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, seasonings, honey, chicken broth. Put the pot on the stove over medium low heat.
• While the soup is starting to heat up, use an immersion and blend until smooth. Or blend until the soup reaches the consistency of your liking.
• Lastly, stir in the half and half and bring the soup to a strong simmer. Serve with a homemade grilled cheese and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 531mg | Potassium: 906mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1809IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 3mg

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