How to Make the Perfect Cheesy Tomato Soup with Dipping Toast
American · Easy · 20 min · 4 servings
This velvety tomato soup is made extra creamy with a swirl of cheddar cheese and served alongside crispy buttered toast soldiers perfect for dipping. It is a classic comforting lunch combination that kids absolutely cannot get enough of.
Why this recipe works
This Cheesy Tomato Soup with Dipping Toast recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 20 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 295 calories with 11g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cans crushed tomatoes 14 ounce each
- 1 cup low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 4 slices thick white bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Simmer the Soup
Pour both cans of crushed tomatoes and the broth into a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 10 minutes while stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to develop.
Step 2: Blend Until Smooth
Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to blend the soup until completely smooth and velvety, or carefully transfer to a countertop blender in batches, then return the smooth soup to the pot over low heat.
Step 3: Add Cream and Cheese
Stir the heavy cream into the warm soup until fully incorporated, then add the shredded cheddar cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly until all the cheese has melted and the soup is rich and creamy.
Step 4: Make the Toast and Serve
Butter both sides of each bread slice and toast them in a skillet or toaster until golden and crispy, then cut each slice into four long strips to make toast soldiers, ladle the hot soup into bowls, and serve with the toast strips on the side for dipping.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- heavy cream → coconut cream for a dairy-free version
- thick white bread → sourdough bread or whole wheat bread for extra flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not blending the soup long enough which leaves chunks of tomato that kids may find unappealing
- Adding all the cheese at once instead of gradually which can cause it to clump rather than melt smoothly into the soup
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 295 calories, 11g protein, 30g carbs, 14g fat, 3g fiber.
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