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.
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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