Homemade Tomato Soup & Gourmet Grilled Cheese

An easy way to the start the week!

Tomato Soup
Source: Everyday Food

• 2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion
• 2 small garlic clove, minced
• Coarse salt and ground pepper
• 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) whole peeled tomatoes, torn
• 2 tablespoon heavy cream                      

In a small pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until translucent, 5 minutes. Add garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes with juice and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cook until onions are soft, 15 minutes. Transfer to a blender with cream; puree until smooth. (Use caution when blending hot liquids: Remove cap from lid and cover opening with a dish towel.) Season to taste.


Gourmet Grilled Cheese
Source: My own

1 loaf of artisan bread, sliced into 8 slices - (I found a loaf of freshly baked organic rosemary olive oil bread at my grocery store)
1 ball of fresh mozzerella, thinly sliced 
4 slices of American or cheddar cheese 
Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Heat a grill or griddle to medium high.  Brush the outside slices of the sandwiches with olive oil.  Place the cheese in between slices and grill for 5-7 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.