Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Bake

Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Casserole is the cozy meal mashup you didn’t know you needed. This dish layers buttery, cheesy bread cubes in a creamy tomato base—baked until golden, bubbly, and utterly irresistible. It’s comfort food perfection with a nostalgic twist!

Ingredients

• 6 slices thick-cut white or sourdough bread
• 3 tbsp butter, softened
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a 9x9" baking dish.
2. Butter the bread slices on one side. Cut into cubes.
3. Spread half the cubes (butter-side up) in the dish and sprinkle with half the cheese.
4. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
5. Add tomato sauce, cream, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. Pour half the soup mixture over the bread and cheese.
7. Repeat layers with remaining bread, cheese, and soup mixture.
8. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until bubbly and golden.

Tips & Variations

• Use a mix of cheeses like mozzarella or gouda for extra meltiness.
• Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
• Serve with a green salad for a complete meal.

This Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Casserole is the ultimate comfort bake—cheesy, hearty, and perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or cozy Sundays at home.

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