Creamy Tomato Grilled Cheese Bake
A cozy baked casserole that transforms the classic grilled cheese and tomato soup into a comforting dish everyone will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can tomato soup
- 4 cups bread, cubed (sourdough or crusty white)
- 2 cups cheese blend (sharp cheddar and mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Herbs (basil, oregano, or thyme) – optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter.
- Layer half of the cubed bread in the baking dish.
- Add the tomato soup over the bread cubes.
- Mix the milk or cream with desired herbs and pour over the layers.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese mixture on top.
- Top with the remaining bread and cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil before serving. Pair with a green salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: comfort food, baked casserole, grilled cheese, tomato soup, vegetarian