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Indulge in Comfort: Creamy Tomato Bisque with Grilled Cheese Croutons

Learn how to make delicious Creamy Tomato Bisque with Grilled Cheese Croutons. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this comforting bowl of goodness:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (to balance acidity)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices of your favorite bread (I love sourdough for its crunch!)
  • 4 slices of cheese (cheddar or mozzarella work well)
  • Butter for grilling the croutons

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. The smell will remind you of home!
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, just until fragrant.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, and sugar. Bring to a simmer, and let it cook for about 20 minutes. You want all those flavors to meld together beautifully.
  4. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you don’t have one, carefully transfer it to a blender in batches. Just remember to let it cool slightly before blending to avoid a messy explosion!
  5. Return the soup to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then let it simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken up a bit.
  6. While the soup simmers, make your grilled cheese croutons. Butter one side of each slice of bread, place cheese between two slices, and grill in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and melty, about 3-4 minutes per side. Once done, remove from heat and let cool slightly before cutting into cubes.
  7. Serve the bisque hot, topped with the grilled cheese croutons. Trust me, the crunch combined with the creamy soup is heavenly!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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