Tomato Soup with Cheese and Onion Toast

INGREDIENTS:

For the Tomato Soup:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 2 cans (28 oz each) whole peeled tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

For the Cheese and Onion Toast:

  • 4 slices of crusty bread
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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