Creamy Tomato Bisque with Grilled Cheese Croutons

 

“A velvety tomato bisque paired with bite-sized grilled cheese croutons makes this the ultimate comfort food duo!”

Ingredients

For the Tomato Bisque:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes (or 4 fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped)
• 1 cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarian)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
• 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a vegan option)
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Grilled Cheese Croutons:

• 4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or your favorite)
• 4 slices of cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

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