Ingredients

  • 2 slices white bread
  • 3 1/2 ounces Crystal Farms Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons oil vegetable, olive or canola
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh, chopped
  • 14 1/2 ounces tomato puree
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons Crystal Farms Butter unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 F.
  • For the grilled cheese croutons, layer the shredded Cheddar cheese between the full bread slices. In a nonstick saute pan over medium-high heat, add the sandwich and griddle until nicely browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove grilled cheese from pan and cool for 10 minutes under refrigeration.
  • Slice the grilled cheese into 1/2-inch cubes. Arrange on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Reserve.
  • For the soup, in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine oil, onion, garlic, rosemary and thyme. Saute for 10 minutes until onions are translucent.
  • Add the tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring to a simmer.
  • Once at a simmer, add the butter, salt and black pepper and then puree in a blender until smooth.
  • Garnish with grilled cheese croutons and serve immediately.