With the end of winter in sight, make the most of the warm cosy meals on a dark winter evening with this classic tasty Tomato Basil Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices bread
- Butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Method:
Step 1 – In a pot, sauté onions and garlic until softened.
Step 2 – Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and basil.
Step 3- Simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 4 – Meanwhile, butter one side of each bread slice, sprinkle with cheddar, and grill until golden.
Step 5 – Cut into croutons and serve on top of the tomato soup.
