Description
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Casserole is a comforting, all-in-one baked dish that combines the melty richness of grilled cheese sandwich with creamy tomato soup. Perfect for busy nights, this casserole layers toasted bread, sharp cheddar cheese, and a luscious tomato soup mixture, baked to bubbly golden perfection. Easy to customize and family-friendly, it delivers a nostalgic yet fresh take on a classic comfort food pairing.
Ingredients
Bread and Cheese
- Thick slices of sturdy white or sourdough bread (about 8-10 slices)
- Butter, enough to butter both sides of the bread slices
- Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (3-4 cups)
Tomato Soup Mixture
- Canned or homemade tomato soup (3 cups)
- Milk or cream (1 cup)
- Dried herbs such as basil and oregano (1-2 teaspoons total)
Topping
- Grated Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread and Cheese Layers: Butter both sides of each bread slice. Toast the buttered slices lightly in a skillet until golden brown. Layer the toasted bread slices in a casserole dish, adding a generous layer of shredded sharp cheddar cheese between each slice to build the classic grilled cheese texture.
- Mix the Tomato Soup: In a medium bowl, whisk together canned or homemade tomato soup with milk or cream, and dried herbs like basil and oregano. This mixture will soak into the bread, adding richness and depth.
- Assemble and Pour: Pour the tomato soup mixture evenly over the layered bread and cheese in the casserole dish. Press lightly so the bread absorbs the mixture but does not become soggy. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top to form a golden crust.
- Bake Until Bubbly and Golden: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden brown. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set and enhance flavors.
Notes
- Use sturdy, thick bread like sourdough or country white to keep casserole shape and texture.
- Pour tomato soup mixture gently to avoid over-soaking the bread and maintain textural contrast.
- Choose a flavorful, good melting cheese such as sharp cheddar for classic taste.
- Allow casserole to rest 5-10 minutes after baking for easier slicing and better flavor.
- For extra crunch, mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan and sprinkle on top before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg