CREAMY TOMATO SOUP WITH GRILLED CHEDDAR-BASIL SANDWICHES

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"This creamy tomato soup is an updated version of a childhood favorite - Muir Glen's consistently fresh tomato flavor and moisture content make it a perfect soup base that will deliver the same great flavors every time you make it." says Chef Will Gilson from Garden at the Cellar Gastropub in Boston

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 cans (14.5 oz each) Muir Glen™ Organic or Meridian Ruby™ diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup butter, softened, or olive oil
12 slices white bread
12 slices aged Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
12 large fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In 4-quart saucepan, heat olive oil, onion and garlic over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and translucent.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add tomatoes; heat 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add remaining soup ingredients. In blender, place soup mixture. Cover; puree until smooth.
  • Spread butter on 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange 6 slices bread, buttered side down, on work surface, and place 2 slices cheese and 2 basil leaves on each bread slice. Top with remaining 6 bread slices, buttered sides up. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook 2 sandwiches at a time over medium heat until golden brown and cheese just melts; repeat for remaining sandwiches. Serve with soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 1150 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g

Jamie Foster
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This is the best tomato soup recipe I've ever tried.


Prem Thapa
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add different vegetables or proteins to it depending on what I have on hand.


kashem Khan
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This soup is always a crowd-pleaser.


Lixan Shihab
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it was perfect.


Juwon Olokoobi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Teshala Piyumi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great.


Albert Campos
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The soup was a little bland for my taste, but the sandwiches were great.


RA JIN
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I love the way the grilled cheese sandwiches pair with the creamy tomato soup.


Danni Terrell
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Rex Gabriel
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit.


Dennis Monyenye
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This is my new favorite soup recipe.


Galen Reilly
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Prodip Ray
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The soup was a little too spicy for my taste, but the sandwiches were perfect.


meshack Mollel
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Mfon Udoema
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the sandwiches were cheesy and savory.


joe murungi
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This soup was a hit with my family! The grilled cheddar basil sandwiches were the perfect complement to the creamy tomato soup.