Homemade Tomato Soup

Homemade Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese

There’s nothing better on a crisp autumn evening than dipping a toasty sandwich into a rich, creamy soup.

Welcome, Fall! 🍂

It’s finally fall, and I couldn’t be more excited! 🍁 October has always been my favorite month — not just because of the cooler weather, changing leaves, and cozy vibes, but also because it’s my birthday month! 🎂✨ That makes it extra special for me and gives me every reason to celebrate the season in the best way I know how — with delicious homemade comfort food!

To kick off my favorite month of the year, I just had to start with a bowl of my favorite homemade tomato soup paired with a golden, gooey grilled cheese. There’s nothing better on a crisp autumn evening than dipping a toasty sandwich into a rich, creamy soup. It’s like a warm hug in a bowl!

Homemade Tomato Soup Recipe 🍅

Ingredients:

• 2 cups grape tomatoes

• 1 onion, quartered

• 1 whole head of garlic (top chopped off)

• 3 mini bell peppers

• Olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• Red chili flakes (optional)

• 1/4 cup water

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• Fresh basil, roughly chopped

• Shaved Parmigiano for topping

Instructions:

1. Roast the Vegetables:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F.

   • Arrange the grape tomatoes, onion, mini bell peppers, and whole garlic on a baking sheet.

   • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red chili flakes if you like a little heat.

   • Roast for about 25 minutes until the tomatoes are bursting and the garlic is soft and caramelized.

2. Blend:

   • Carefully squeeze the garlic cloves out of their skins and add them to a blender along with the roasted vegetables.

   • Blend until smooth, adding 1/4 cup of water to help it come together.

3. Simmer:

   • Pour the blended mixture into a large pot over medium heat.

   • Stir in the heavy cream and fresh basil.

   • Let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

4. Serve:

   • Ladle into bowls, top with extra basil and shaved Parmigiano, and enjoy hot alongside a crispy, melty grilled cheese sandwich.

This soup has become my go-to comfort dish whenever October rolls around, and it’s the perfect way to start celebrating my birthday month. 🥳🍂 Whether it’s for a cozy family dinner or a lazy weekend lunch, this dish makes October feel even more special. Enjoy! 🍅💛

xx, mc