Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Casserole Recipe
This comforting Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese Casserole combines classic flavors into a hearty, cheesy baked dish. Golden grilled cheese sandwiches are cubed and baked in a rich tomato soup mixture, topped with Italian blend cheese for a bubbly, golden finish – perfect for a cozy family meal or gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Bread and Cheese
- 6 slices of bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 slices Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Soup and Seasoning
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato soup
- 2 cups tomato juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large tomato, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Butter and Assemble Sandwiches: Spread 2 tablespoons of butter on one side of each bread slice. Place the buttered side down on a large baking sheet. Spread each slice’s top with softened cream cheese, then layer 2 slices of Cheddar cheese on top. Cover with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
- Butter Tops and Bake Sandwiches: Spread the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter on the top of each sandwich. Bake in the preheated oven for 12–14 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the bread is golden and the cheese inside is melted. Remove and allow sandwiches to cool for at least 15 minutes. Then reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Soup Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the canned tomato soup, tomato juice, eggs, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in the chopped tomato for freshness and texture.
- Cube Sandwiches: Cut the cooled grilled cheese sandwiches into 1-inch cubes for layering in the casserole.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the prepared tomato soup mixture into the greased baking dish. Evenly distribute the sandwich cubes over the soup, gently pressing them down to partially submerge them in the liquid. Sprinkle the shredded Italian blend cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes. Bake until the casserole is golden brown, bubbly, and thoroughly heated through.
Notes
- Using day-old bread can help the sandwiches hold up better during baking without becoming too soggy.
- Feel free to swap Cheddar for your favorite melting cheese like Monterey Jack or Mozzarella.
- Letting the sandwiches cool before cubing ensures cleaner cuts and better texture in the casserole.
- This casserole can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the soup mixture.
Keywords: tomato soup casserole, grilled cheese casserole, comfort food, baked grilled cheese, cheesy casserole
