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Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 slices of sourdough bread
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened
- 4 ounces of Gruyere cheese, grated
- 4 ounces of sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup of whole milk
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- Place 2 slices of bread, buttered side down, in the skillet.
- Divide the Gruyere and cheddar cheese evenly between the two slices of bread in the skillet.
- Top each with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the diced tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the tomato mixture until smooth.
- Stir in the warm milk and cream mixture, and continue to heat for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve the grilled cheese sandwiches with the tomato soup for dipping, and enjoy!
The history of Gourmet Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup dates back to the 1920s when the classic American comfort food gained popularity during the Great Depression. This humble dish has since evolved into a gourmet favorite, with chefs and home cooks adding their own unique twists. In recent years, it has become a staple in many upscale restaurants across the United States, particularly in regions known for their culinary innovation such as the Pacific Northwest and the Northeast. The key to a perfect gourmet grilled cheese lies in the quality of the cheese and bread, while the tomato soup should be rich and flavorful. For a unique twist, some chefs add ingredients like truffle oil or caramelized onions to elevate the dish. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in trendy urban eateries and food trucks, where chefs continue to experiment with different cheeses, breads, and soup recipes to create the ultimate comfort food experience.
30 min
2 servings
650 calories
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