Description
This classic comfort food recipe pairs a crispy, buttery grilled cheese sandwich made with sharp cheddar and sourdough bread, alongside a warm, rich tomato soup garnished with fresh basil. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Tomato Soup
- 2 cups high-quality tomato soup (canned or homemade)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients. Collect all your ingredients on the counter for easy access to streamline the cooking process.
- Butter the Bread. Spread 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread, ensuring full coverage for that golden crust.
- Assemble Sandwiches. Place 4 ounces of sliced sharp cheddar cheese between two slices of bread, positioning the buttered sides facing outwards to grill perfectly.
- Preheat Skillet. Warm a skillet over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwiches evenly without burning.
- Grill Sandwiches. Cook each sandwich in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and gooey.
- Heat Tomato Soup. While the sandwiches grill, warm the tomato soup in a separate pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- Serve. Plate the grilled cheese sandwiches alongside the hot tomato soup and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired for a flavorful finishing touch.
Notes
- Use sourdough bread for a tangy flavor or whole grain for added fiber and texture.
- Sharp cheddar melts best for that classic grilled cheese taste, but feel free to mix cheeses like mozzarella for stretchiness.
- If using canned tomato soup, choose a brand with simple, high-quality ingredients for the best taste.
- Adding fresh basil to the soup adds brightness and a fresh herbal note.
- Cook over medium heat to avoid burning bread before cheese melts.
