nly Me When I’m with You Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup

"Create a comforting, duo-sized recipe called I’m Only Me When I’m with You Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup (for Two), inspired by Taylor Swift’s ‘I’m Only Me When I’m with You.’ Vibe: best-friends energy, warm, effortless harmony.Core (sandwiches): 4 slices sourdough or country white; softened butter (or mayo for extra crunch); sharp cheddar + low-moisture mozzarella (sliced or grated). Optional pesto swipe inside for a ‘duet’ of flavors.Core (soup): pantry-friendly tomato basil soup using canned crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, vegetable or chicken broth, dried oregano, pinch sugar, salt/pepper; finish with fresh basil and a splash of cream (optional).Method: simmer soup ~20 minutes; blend smooth or leave rustic. Griddle sandwiches in a skillet over medium-low until golden and melty.Serve: cut sandwiches on the diagonal, leaning against the soup bowls; top soup with basil ribbons and cracked pepper.Include: yield for 2; total time ~30 minutes; exact ingredient amounts; step-by-step; scaling note for 4; gluten-free swap (GF bread); dairy-free option (DF cheese + plant butter, skip cream); make-ahead note for soup; add-ins (tomato slices or crispy bacon).Plating: high-contrast, golden toast with elastic cheese pulls over bright red soup—two parts, one harmony."

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A cozy, best-friend’s lunch for two, blending golden, perfectly grilled sourdough sandwiches with sharp cheddar and gooey mozzarella alongside a warm, savory tomato basil soup. The soup’s rustic richness and fresh basil harmonize effortlessly with melty, buttery grilled cheese, optionally swiped with pesto for a flavorful duet. Ready in 30 minutes, this comforting duo wraps you in warmth and effortless connection.

comforting easy best-friends savory melt pantry-friendly

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Name: nly Me When I’m with You Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil Soup
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 4 slices sourdough or country white bread; 2 tbsp softened butter (or mayo for extra crunch); 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese, sliced or grated; 2 oz low-moisture mozzarella, sliced or grated; 1 tbsp pesto (optional); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped (about ½ cup); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes; 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth; ½ tsp dried oregano; Pinch of sugar; Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; 6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced (for soup garnish); 2 tbsp heavy cream (optional) Optional add-ins:; 4 thin tomato slices for sandwiches; 2 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled Gluten-free swap: Use 4 slices gluten-free bread Dairy-free swap: Use plant-based cheddar and mozzarella alternatives + plant butter; skip cream

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