Tomato Soup with Cheese and Onion Toast Directions
For the Tomato Soup:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and basil. Add thyme if desired and sugar to balance acidity. Stir well.
- Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup in batches to a blender for a smooth texture. Stir in heavy cream or milk if desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
For the Cheese and Onion Toast:
- Preheat the broiler to high. Place slices of crusty bread on a baking sheet, layer with thinly sliced onion and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Broil for 3–5 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
To Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chives. Serve the cheese and onion toast alongside or dipped in the soup.
WW Points Calculation:
For the Tomato Soup:
- Olive oil (1 tbsp): 4 pt
- Medium onion (1): 0 pt
- Garlic (2 cloves): 0 pt
- Crushed tomatoes (28 oz): 0 pt
- Vegetable broth (3 cups): 0 pt
- Tomato paste (1 tbsp): 0 pt
- Sugar (1 tsp): 0 pt
- Dried basil (½ tsp): 0 pt
- Dried thyme (½ tsp): 0 pt
- Heavy cream (½ cup): 7 pt
- Salt and pepper: 0 pt
Total Points for Soup: 11 pt
Servings: 4
Per Serving: 2.75 pt
For the Cheese and Onion Toast:
- Small onions (2): 0 pt
- Crusty bread (4 slices): 16 pt
- Shredded cheddar cheese (1 cup): 12 pt
Total Points for Toast: 28 pt
Servings: 4
Per Serving: 7 pt
Total Points: 39 pt
Servings: 4
Per Serving: 9.75 pt
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 317
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 860mg
I'm await your comments! Enjoy!
