Roasted Tomato Basil Soup & Grilled Cheese

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A deeply flavorful and comforting soup made from slow-roasted Roma tomatoes, aromatics, and fresh basil, blended to a creamy perfection. It's served with the ultimate gooey grilled cheese sandwich, making for a classic and irresistible combination perfect for any day.

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Cooking Time
About 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty
medium
Servings
4-6 servings

🍳 Cooking Flow

Quarter and roast seasoned Roma tomatoes at 400°F for 30 minutes. → Sauté diced onion and minced garlic, then add the roasted tomatoes, chicken stock, and fresh basil. → Simmer the soup for 40 minutes, then blend until completely smooth. → Stir heavy cream into the blended soup to finish. → Serve the hot soup garnished, alongside a freshly made, extra-cheesy grilled cheese sandwich.

Cooking Steps

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Ingredients List

Roma tomatoes:3 lbs
Good olive oil:For drizzling
Kosher salt:To taste
Freshly ground black pepper:To taste
Spanish onion:1 large
Garlic cloves:4
Chicken stock:3 cups
Fresh basil leaves:1/2 cup, packed
Heavy cream:1/2 cup
Sourdough bread:Several slices
Butter:Softened, for spreading
Provolone cheese:Sliced
Shredded cheese (Cheddar/Colby Jack blend):A generous amount
Crème fraîche or additional heavy cream:For garnish
Micro basil:For garnish

Important Notes

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Seasoning in layers throughout the cooking process is key to developing a deep, full flavor.

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Be careful not to over-roast or burn the tomatoes. You want them lightly caramelized, not dark, to achieve a beautiful vibrant orange color in the final soup.

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When blending hot liquids, always ensure the blender lid is vented to allow steam to escape and prevent pressure buildup.

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Scrape all the juices and caramelized bits from the roasting pan into the soup pot, as this contains a lot of concentrated flavor.

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📅Published:9/7/2025

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