Delicious Soup and Sandwich Combo for Cozy Days

Ingredients

• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 slices of whole grain bread
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped carrots, celery, and garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
3. While the soup is simmering, prepare the grilled cheese sandwiches. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place two slices of bread, butter side down, in the skillet. Layer two slices of cheddar cheese on top.
5. Top with the other two slices of bread, butter side up. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until the cheese is melted.
6. Once the soup is ready, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with the grilled cheese sandwiches cut in half.