Sourdough Creations - Episode 3: Hearty Tomato Soup w/ Grilled Cheese

Sourdough Creations - Episode 3: Hearty Tomato Soup w/ Grilled Cheese Tomato Soup Recipe - Ingredients: 5-6 ripe tomatoes, peeled & chopped 1/2 medium onion, sliced 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1-2 whole garlic 2 tbsp olive oil or butter 3 tbsp tomato paste 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 tsp brown sugar (optional) Salt & pepper, to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional) Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss onion, red bell pepper, whole garlic, and tomatoes with 1 tbsp oil. Roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and slightly charred. 2. Peel roasted garlic, then blend onion, garlic, and tomatoes until smooth. Add a bit of broth if needed. 3. Heat remaining oil in a pot. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add blended veggies (strained) and broth, and simmer for 5-10 minutes. 4. Stir in cream (optional) and season with salt, pepper, and brown sugar (optional). 5. Garnish with fresh basil Grilled Cheese Recipe - Ingredients: 2 slices sourdough or country bread 2-3 tbsp butter 1 cup shredded cheese (choose from cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyère, or a mix) Caramelized onions (for sweetness) Directions: 1. Butter one side of each slice of bread. 2. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. 3. Place cheese on the unbuttered side of each slice. Top with caramelized onions, then place the other slice of bread on top. 4. Cook the sandwich for 3-5 minutes until golden brown on one side, then flip and cook until the cheese is melted and both sides are golden. 5. Serve hot with tomato soup. ‪@traderjoes‬ ______________________________________ #madebyshah - - - - - #tomato #soup #grilledcheese #traderjoes #dinner #dinnerideas #dinnertime #sourdough #bread #sourdoughcreations #chicago #lunchideas #lunchtime #recipe #recipes #easyrecipe #easyrecipes #reels #homecooking #homemade #cookingtime #cookingathome