Tomato soup with cheese
Description
Perfect for lunch. This amazing homemade tomato soup with cheese can be made not only with mozzarella, but also with any hard cheese of your choice. Spices or Provence herbs will add a special piquancy to the dish. Croutons make a nice addition, although the soup is delicious even without them.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, prepare all the necessary ingredients. Wash the tomatoes and make small cuts on top.
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Step 2
2. Peel and chop the onion (red onion is best for this tomato soup with cheese recipe) and garlic.
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Step 3
3. Place the tomatoes in a deep bowl or saucepan and pour boiling water over them. Let them sit for a few minutes, then drain the water and let them cool slightly. After that, carefully remove the skins.
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Step 4
4. You can sauté the onion and garlic beforehand or add them directly to the pot. Pour in 1 cup of water and place over heat. Meanwhile, chop the tomatoes.
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Step 5
5. After boiling, add the tomatoes, reduce the heat to medium, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
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Step 6
6. Cut the cheese into small cubes (if using hard cheese, you can grate it on a coarse grater). Add tomato paste, salt to taste, and a pinch of sugar to the soup.
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Step 7
7. Cut a slice of bread into small cubes. Heat butter and vegetable oil in a frying pan. Add the bread and fry slightly, adding your favorite spices.
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Step 8
8. Add the cheese to the pot and after a few minutes remove it from the heat. Blend it briefly with an immersion blender, then bring it to a boil again. That's it, homemade tomato cheese soup puree is ready. Before serving, add croutons to the bowl.