Description
This hearty and comforting Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Casserole combines the classic flavors of tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches in a delicious casserole form. Perfect for a cozy family meal or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
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Bread and Butter:
- 12 (1/2-inch thick) slices sourdough bread
- 1/4 cup butter, softened, divided
Grilled Cheese:
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 slices pre-sliced Cheddar cheese
Tomato Soup Mixture:
- 2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Roma tomato, seeded and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend or Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Bread: Spread 6 slices of bread with 2 tablespoons of butter on one side. Lay buttered slices, butter side down, on a baking sheet.
- Assemble Grilled Cheese: Spread cream cheese on the bread slices, top with Cheddar cheese, and cover with the remaining bread slices. Spread the top slices with butter.
- Bake the Grilled Cheese: Bake the sandwiches for 12 to 14 minutes until the cheese is melted, then let cool.
- Make Soup Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together tomato soup, tomato juice, eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and chopped tomato.
- Assemble Casserole: Cut the grilled cheese sandwiches into cubes, then pour the soup mixture into the prepared dish. Place the sandwich cubes over the soup, press slightly, and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until heated through, golden brown, and cheese is melted.
Notes
- This casserole can be served with a side salad or additional bread for a complete meal.
- Feel free to customize the cheese varieties used in the casserole for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 342
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 768mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 71mg
