Tomato Soup with Cheese and Onion Toast

Here’s a comforting and delicious Tomato Soup with Cheese and Onion Toast recipe — perfect for a cozy meal. This makes 4 servings.

🍅 Tomato Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 x 400g (14 oz) cans of chopped tomatoes (or 1 kg fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped)

• 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable or chicken stock

• 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tsp dried basil or thyme (optional)

• 100 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream or milk (optional, for creaminess)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

2. Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent (5–7 minutes).

3. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Stir in tomatoes, stock, sugar, herbs, salt and pepper.

5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes.

6. Blend the soup with a stick blender (or in batches in a blender) until smooth.

7. Stir in cream if using, and adjust seasoning.

🧀 Cheese and Onion Toast

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bread (sourdough, baguette, or your choice)

• 1 small red or white onion, finely sliced

• 150g (1½ cups) grated cheese (cheddar, gruyère, mozzarella, or a mix)

• 1 tsp mustard (optional, for tang)

• Butter for spreading

• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the grill or broiler to high.

2. Lightly toast the bread slices on both sides.

3. Butter each slice, and optionally spread a thin layer of mustard.

4. Top with sliced onions, then a generous handful of cheese.

5. Season with a little salt and pepper.

6. Grill for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly