Basil Tomato Soup & Toasty Grilled Cheese

If this isn’t a comfort food meal for you, too, then I don’t know what is! It’s iconic, and has such a hearty feel to each bite. This take on a soup & sandwich combo is packed with flavor whole families are bound to love. Between the juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and melted cheese, it’s all here! Lean into this 20-minute meal in the cooler months, or whenever your craving for comfort food hits!

Ingredients:

Tomato Soup:

• 2 tbsp avocado oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 cup red onion, diced

• 1 cup mushrooms, diced

• 1 tsp cracked black pepper

• 1/2 tsp cumin

• 1/2 tsp oregano

• 1 28-ounce can or 3.5 cups organic crushed tomatoes

• 1 tsp pink salt

• basil, for garnish

Grilled Cheese:

• 2 slices of bread (I used this!)

• ghee

• mayo (this is my favorite!)

• mozzarella

Directions:

1. Starting with the soup, grab a medium-large saucepan and drizzle in the avocado oil. Turn the heat up to low-medium so the pan and oil can heat up for a few minutes.

2. Add the garlic, onions, and mushrooms to sauté for 3-4 minutes.

3. Sprinkle in the pepper, oregano, and cumin. Pour in the tomatoes, stir, and bring it all to a low boil. Add the salt, then let the soup simmer for 5-10 minutes while you make the grilled cheese.

4. Spread your slices of bread with ghee and mayo, then add mozzarella to your heart’s content. Use a panini press, grill, or standard greased skillet to heat the sandwich and toast both sides.*

5. Serve the soup, topped with fresh basil, and enjoy alongside the grilled cheese! I love dipping the sandwich into the soup for an extra cozy feel!

Notes:

• For an extra golden-brown finish and crunchy exterior, toast the bread then carry on with step 5.