Fresh Roasted Tomato Soup w/ Grilled Cheese Sticks

A SIMPLE & DELICIOUS FRESH ROASTED TOMATO SOUP WITH GRILLED CHEESE STICKS! EASY RECIPE WITH BIG FLAVOR!

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 F. Brush a foil-line baking sheet with olive oil and set aside.

Step 2

Cut tomatoes in half and place cut side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Place onions and whole garlic cloves on the baking sheet. Arrange everything in a single layer. Roast for 35-45 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.

Step 4

Remove the skins from the tomatoes (they should slip right off. You can leave the skin on the cherry tomatoes if you plan on blending it really well)

Step 5

Peel cooled garlic and place into the blender, followed by the tomatoes, onions, basil and oregano.

Step 6

Blend until smooth (or lightly chunky if you prefer.) Transfer mixture to a large deep skillet or pot.

Step 7

Stir in enough chicken broth just until your desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Bring to a simmer and simmer gently until hot.

Step 9

Add in smoked salt and black pepper a little at a time until well seasoned being sure to taste after each addition. Salt & pepper really brings out the flavor!

Step 10

Use sugar to bring down the acidity and to lightly sweeten if needed.

Step 11

Feel free to add in garlic powder, onion powder or dried oregano and parsley for more flavor.

Step 12

Ladle soup into bowls & garnish with fresh basil and a splash of heavy cream.

Step 13

To prepare the grilled cheese, heat griddle on medium heat.

Step 14

Mix together mayonnaise, garlic and enough parsley for a pop of color.

Step 15

Brush 4 slices of bread with the mayo mixture and place mayo side down on the griddle.

Step 16

Spinkle on cheese.

Step 17

Brush the top slices of bread with the mayo mixture and place on top of the cheese (mayo side up)

Step 18

When the underside of the sandwiches are golden, flip over and allow the other side to turn golden.

Step 19

(Press the sandwiches a little with a spatula to flatten.)

Step 20

When both sides are golden, remove from griddle and cut into 3 sticks.

Step 21

Serve alongside the tomato soup.