Brits Try [The Ultimate American Grilled Cheese Sandwich & Tomato Soup] for the first time!

[@Mrhandfriends]

Why Subscribe to Mr H and friends youtube channel ? Subscribing to the Mr. H and Friends KZbin channel offers a delightful blend of entertainment, learning, and heartwarming family moments that cater to a wide audience, including families, food enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys following the adventures of relatable and endearing characters. Here's why you should consider subscribing: Diverse Culinary Adventures: From tackling classic dishes like the American Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup to exploring cuisines from around the U.S, Including American BBQ. Mr. H and Friends bring you along on their culinary journeys, offering recipes, cooking tips, and fun food facts. Family-Friendly Content: The channel is a treasure trove of content that brings families together, featuring activities that children and adults alike can enjoy. It's a great way to get ideas for your own family fun or simply to enjoy the wholesome dynamics of the H family. Learning Made Fun: Each video is an opportunity to learn something new, whether it's a cooking technique, a bit of cultural knowledge, or a life lesson shared through the family's experiences. The H family presents information in an engaging and accessible manner, making it enjoyable for all ages. Behind-The-Scenes Moments: Subscribers get an exclusive look at the H family's life beyond the kitchen, including bloopers, behind-the-scenes footage, and personal vlogs. It's a chance to connect with the family on a deeper level and become part of their extended online family. Community and Interaction: By subscribing, you join a community of like-minded viewers who share a love for food, family, and fun. Mr. H and Friends often interact with their subscribers through comments, live streams, and Q&As, making it a two-way interaction. Regular Updates: Subscribing ensures you never miss out on the H family's latest adventures, recipes, and fun. With regular uploads, there's always something new to look forward to. Free and Accessible: Lastly, subscribing is free and gives you instant access to a wealth of entertaining and informative content. It's a simple way to support the channel and help it grow, allowing the H family to continue sharing their adventures and culinary creations with the world. In summary, subscribing to Mr. H and Friends is more than just following a KZbin channel; it's about becoming part of a community that values family, food, learning, and laughter. Subscribe to our Channel: kzbin.info/door/cUmDzk4GRQjZMm6IhLsWEg?view_confirmation=1 Check out these Popular Smoking / BBQ videos: We Bought a Smoker: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gquuqWOsobOhgqs Coopers Pit BBQ: kzbin.info/www/bejne/opXEiWZslrOgj68 Terry Blacks: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZTMgouCerpnb7s Goldee's: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jobMh2utdrZ8fLs Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/user/posts?u=65835488 Support us with a PayPal donation: www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=XGVMB2C4ZNVHG Check out our Amazon store for products featured in this video (we earn a small commission from Amazon): www.amazon.com/shop/mrhandfriends Join this channel to get access to perks: kzbin.info/door/cUmDzk4GRQjZMm6IhLsWEg/join Sign Up for Mr H and friends competitions and newsletters: www.mrhandfriends.com/ MR H Pox Box: **IMPORTANT ALL PARCEL MUST BE SENT VIA "US Mail / US Postal service ONLY** Other carriers such as UPS etc will be returned (Sorry) Mr H and friends PO Box 331 BRISTOL United Kingdom BS15 0FH Weights and Dims for Max Length 17.7" Max Width 13.8" Max Thickness 6.2" Max Weight 4.4 lbs ✅ Check our NEW MERCH Store: teespring.com/stores/mr-h-and-friends ✅ Follow Us on our social media for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and more family fun! Instagram: instagram.com/mr_h_youtube/ Twitter: twitter.com/Mr_H_KZbin Facebook: facebook.com/MrHandFriends Threads: www.threads.net/@mrhandfriends Discord: email [e-mail] for the up to date link

[@flomillishit8348]

what kind of cheese did you use?

[@balancedactguy]

Mr and Mrs H..Please don't be afraid to put a paper thin slice of Fresh Onion, along with few slices of precooked BACON or a couple of slices of SMOKED HAM into your Grilled Cheese Sandwiches! Experiment to your Hearts Content for a Vast Array of Combinations of Grilled Cheese Sandwiches..or SAMMICHES as Baby H👶 might say😀 !

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

sometimes i like to spike my tomato soup with a little bit of basil, garlic, black pepper, and oregano. (but i need to be in the mood for it.)

[@balancedactguy]

@@JohnLeePettimoreIII Try putting in a few shots of Tabasco or Crushed Red Pepper Flakes too! Top with a little Grated Parmesan!

[@dbomber69]

It's not a true American grilled cheese unless you squash it when cooking it.

[@aeonise]

The best part is experimenting to find out which cheeses you like best in it.

[@walterrutherford8321]

I thought that white cheese they used wouldn’t work. But then I remembered a cooking class I took. We made grilled cheese sandwiches. Who needs a paid cooking class for to make grilled cheese? But the class used a high-end Gouda cheese. It was the best grilled cheese sandwich I’d ever had in my life!

[@artistnyc123]

99.9% of Americans of probably never made tomato soup from scratch. It was always Campbells and a grilled cheese sandwich..

[@judykeown]

I’ve made tomato soup from scratch but no one is my family has ever made it. Most everyone I know just buys Campbell’s tomato soup. My dad would put a splash of milk in his. I would never use balsamic vinegar.

[@RickyMaveety]

You can make it from scratch? My go to is Campbell’s tomato soup made with milk. Yum.

[@dawnyoung8]

Still is

[@thedude6043]

Amen! Campbell's Tomato soup with half to 2/3 can of milk and 3 to 30 grilled cheese sandwiches depending how much bread and cheese Mom had in the house.

[@t0mahawkj0nes]

Wonder bread, 2 kraft singles, Campbell's tomato. Boom

[@thaddaeusjohn]

I'm always so surprised that grilled cheese and tomato soup isn't a British staple, because it's the PERFECT rainy day meal. Or any day really, but it really hits the spot on a drizzly day

[@critterwatcher8009]

Or when you don't feel well and you just want easy comfort food.

[@Bobal27]

Yeah, Campbell tomato soup, grilled cheese, and Sprite, (or chicken soup, if you’re super sick) is an easy, over-the-counter remedy to blahs and blechs.

[@gen81465]

@@Bobal27 When I had been sick and starting to recover, I would start with buttered toast and ginger ale, and when I got better, it was toasted cheese sandwich and tomato soup. My only difference was that I used a bit of mayo on the inside of the bread, and the cheese was always freshly shaved parmesan reggiano.

[@SilvaDreams]

Well tomatoes are an American thing, they didn't take off in Europe till almost 200 years after they were brought back from the Americas because most thought they were poisonous.

[@Mattkennedy83]

Growing up that was always a winner! Even now, I always keep a few cans of tomato soup handy. Along with the other basics: milk, eggs, cheese, bread.

[@pennysilvey8868]

You say tomahtoe I say tomato, you say potahtoe, I say potato! We don’t care how you say it! That’s part of your culture, and the way we say it, is part of ours. And there’s not a thing wrong with that. If we were all just alike wouldn’t life, be boring? We love you guys. You can say tomahtoe if you want! ❤

[@Mrhandfriends]

I was telling Mr H this the other day, we say potato, different to tomato and they are spelt similarly so I think we should be saying it the same as you guys across the pond, or changing the way we say potato.

[@pennysilvey8868]

Haha! Hmmmm… never really thought of it like that, but you just may be right. But H family, however you decide to say it is just perfect with this American southern girl. All I know is we just love watching. I have completely fallen in love with your entire family, and hope one day to be able to meet you guys at a meet and greet here in America. I completely enjoy the content, because it is family oriented, and it is clean. Keep it up guys you’re awesome.

[@cameronnhaydensreviews1003]

We use slang also so no worries ​@Mrhandfriends

[@anenglishmanplusamerican7107]

I say both.

[@Jude_196]

TOTALLY AGREE!!! :) THOSE looked GREAT, YA'LL!!!

[@kristypickett4227]

It’s the simple things in life 👍🏻 So easy and makes a yummy meal

[@stevewilliams8559]

Melted butter brushed on BOTH sides of BOTH slices is another level. Two slices of cheese. My grandsons used to beg for them.

[@creinicke1000]

It was sad to not see butter on that bread.

[@mje9921]

I do the same but with garlic butter instead of just regular butter.

[@stevewilliams8559]

@@mje9921 OH, that's a thought. Thanks....

[@thevnbastid1027]

cheese and mayo

[@samanthaschoener114]

The garlic butter sounds pretty good

[@marlanscott2508]

Grlled cheese and tomato soup. Can't get anymore American than that.

[@hodgeelmwood8677]

Says who? I've never had tomato soup with my grilled cheese. Ever. And I'm American. I never even heard of having soup with the grilled cheese until a couple of years ago.

[@bjornskivids]

One of the best cold-weather meals ever. It's a comfort-food.

[@suzannedaoust4597]

I am Canadian and 66. Still one of my favourite meals to this day 😊

[@doug4036]

I know that I am not the only one who knows this but this brings back particular memories. I can't have a grilled cheese with tomato soup without remembering sick days from school in the late 70's early 80's. The routine was lay in bed, watch the Price is Right and have a grilled cheese and soup for lunch. I swear it has healing properties!

[@sitara68]

Made with Kraft Singles and Campbell's. Didn't need to be sick, though. Any rainy weekend in colder months.

[@thedude6043]

Price is Right. Let's Make a Deal. The two I watched every sick day.

[@SeattleSandro]

That right there is what I remember. Better than chicken noodle, any day of the week.

[@SVanTha]

that time period when the soaps came on and it was too early for the after school cartoons...that was hell.

[@easternpa2]

You never watched 3-2-1 Contact? Heck, I even got the magazine!

[@vladt876]

Not speaking in any form of hyperbole, I without hesitation can proclaim that the majority of Americans have some form of warm memory associated with this combo.

[@lisaquigley-moon9583]

Yes, we do

[@derricklockett9965]

You guys are so genuine. It's refreshing.😅

[@aleatharhea]

"Why are we just finding out about this now? I'm 46!" LOL I'm 62 and I've been eating grilled cheese & tomato soup since I was a wee little Elana. It's a really good quick & easy lunch for kids.

[@lauriivey7801]

I like to have Frito chips with it (for the crunch) ... not healthy, but very tasty

[@janetpope1455]

I just turned 62 on Wednesday and THIS was the meal we were served every time we were home sick from school, while we watched The Price is Right. I still occasionaly have tomato soup but prefer peanut butter/syrup or honey sandwiches dipped in the soup.

[@dominickthornburghakaTRG]

Its really good on a cold winter day.

[@pennysilvey8868]

Ooo ooo ooo! Butter the bread as well, and add some to the skillet for a better flavor. The butter makes the sandwich. Glad y’all are Americans now lol! I swear y’all have completely embraced us and we love ya for it.

[@Marshall_Byron]

Try mayo instead of butter on the bread

[@Ljrobison]

This is so true. Butter adds SO much flavor to the combination.

[@nucl3arboNg]

@@Marshall_Byron Sure if you want something disgusting.

[@NotKev2017]

I have always buttered the bread because just melting the butter in the pan won't cause the adhesion between the butter and the bread. Just putting unbuttered bread in a pan with butter won't give you the crispy goodness to the entire slice of bread.

[@spikeripper1]

Well glad they tried it but 2 things butter the bread it get an even toast and try American cheese stuff like kraft cheese but if you really want to take it up make a grilled ham and cheese sandwich with tomato soup 🍲🍲🍲 love the soup recipe and make they sound awesome

[@charlieeckert4321]

Looks delicious. You've hit on one of the great American comfort food combinations.

[@jeffreystanley7884]

This happens to be my all time favorite rainy day lunch.

[@darcyjorgensen5808]

I prefer using sherry vinegar to finish, and I don’t use cream or sugar. Homemade tomato soup is fast and easy, so good and it freezes beautifully.

[@gawainethefirst]

Grilled cheese, cheese, and tomato soup. Nothing better on a cold day.

[@gawainethefirst]

Of course, I’m also partial to grilled cheese and five alarm chili on cold days.

[@SaviJoy19]

I love when his inner child came out. That's the magic of Grilled cheese and tomato soup combo.

[@s1lentsamurai]

You guys went nuts. I’m 38 and we just did grilled cheese with Kraft singles and a can of Campbell’s tomato soup out of the microwave. Looks amazing though!

[@hodgeelmwood8677]

Tip: If you can get Cooper's American Cheese in your area, try that instead. It beats Kraft by a mile!

[@s1lentsamurai]

@@hodgeelmwood8677 i'm a total cheese nut and never heard of coopers. I spend about $100-150 a month on cheese. Might have to give it a go.

[@pollynicklas5220]

2 pieces of cheese is a must!

[@4seasonsbbq]

Tomato soup and grilled cheese are the ultimate way to warm your soul on a cold day. Great job, guys.👍👍

[@DaveBrazda-b4f]

Hey guys, you've taken to this cooking thing, like a duck takes to water. You have really upped your cooking skills. I look forward to each new recipe. Congratulations on a great channel.

[@honda86tb]

Takes me back to my childhood. Playing in the snow and coming in to mamas grilled cheese and tomato soup.

[@jeannegood9131]

I don't know about anyone else, but I never dunked the sandwich into the soup. Spoon of soup, then a bite of sandwich is how we did it.

[@TBirum1]

I would recommend trying a 3 cheese blend. IF you want to Really kick it up a notch. 2 Slice American Cheese 2 Slice Sharp Cheddar Cheese 2 Slice Swiss Cheese Stack all three cheese slices on top of one another and cut them into thirds Then on one slice of bread you place (Vertically) Cheddar-Swis-American On the other slice of bread (Horizontally) American-Swiss-Cheddar this way when you place the slices of Bread together you end up with a “Lattice” pattern and with each bite you will be able to taste each of the three cheeses.

[@channelthree9424]

I love the fact that Mr. and Mrs. H put a lot of effort in re-creating American foods. I watch other British channels, and some of them are trying American recipes, but they don’t try hard enough. They don’t measure. They use substitutes that are nowhere equivalent to the American ingredients therefore they have a skewed view of what the food is supposed to taste like Our Mr. and Mrs. H are top-notch and I often recommend them to other Brits who are trying to cook American foods

[@lauraellen189]

I have never seen a soup maker like that! It is a great kitchen gadget. I tried spreading mayo on the outside of bread because I saw it on KZbin. Actually worked rather well.

[@davidheiser2225]

One of the great things about tomato soup and grilled cheese is how quick and easy it is. If I had to make soup from scratch I'd never bother with it.

[@MrsHornesgdnm]

I love grilled cheese and lsoup... any kind of soup... especially since Bart makes really good home made soups! We also like to make grilled cheese using more than just one kind of cheese, pick your 3 favorite types of cheese, 1 slice of each per sandwich, butter the outsides, and lightly sprinkle parmasean on the buttered sides of the bread, and grill your sandwhich as you did here. Here's another version. ... a quesidilla - take tortilla .. flat bread, cover one side with melted butter using a pastry brush, set butter side down on pan on cold flat pan or griddle. Add shredded Mexican style cheese on one half of the tortilla, add shredded chicken pieces, sautéed diced onions, and diced sweet pepper if you like then fold the empty half over the cheese mixture. You could also use ground sausage or hamburger meat instead of the chicken. Grill both sides over medium heat until golden brown... mmmmm... we had that for supper the other night! In addition, you could add all of your chosen ingredients and cover the whole tortilla, blend it all together first, add another tortilla on top, then just flip it like you would a grilled sandwich when the cheese looks melted. Cut in 2 or 4 pieces for dipping in soup. 😊❤😊❤ I enjoy watching Elana helping you in the kitchen she is such a good helper, although I think she could be a little nicer on her grading system... lol! I am sure she will watch these when she gets older and laugh, such great memories you are making... thank you so much for sharing her in your videos, it has been fun watching her grow up!! Seems like yesterday Mr. H announced he was going to be a dad... you are both wonderful parents ... hopefully she won't lock you out of your rental again this year when you come to America! So glad you started this channel... you have not only gained friends here in America, but you have brought us all together as friends!😊 . It's has been fun watching your videos, thanks again, have a great day H family! 😊❤😊❤

[@Mrhandfriends]

What did Bart think of the soup? How could we not share Elana with all her Aunties and Uncles across the pond. Thank you for the lovely words Theresa. When we hear things like this it makes it all worth it. BLY ❤️

[@DavidKruc]

Now picture that combo on a really cold,snowy day.😁👍

[@BeastrealDT]

I like using Sourdough Bread when making a Grilled Cheese Sandwich. ✌️

[@ClarkJ2265]

Kudos for making the soup yourself. We just pop open a can lol.

[@marydavis5234]

Do not speak for all Americans, I make all my soups by scratch.

[@ClarkJ2265]

@@marydavis5234 I wasnt. We means my family.

[@gailkoelling2033]

That’s my husband’s favorite meal!! Except we buy Campbells Tomato Soup that’s been an American staple for 100 years! Wicked soup maker .. never seen one. And another thing.. I absolutely adore that you’re so hands on with Elana in the kitchen. She seems to love cooking! It’s such a beautiful and valuable skill for life. ❤️

[@irisblue2332]

I saw that soup maker and coveted!

[@gloriasowle8083]

No, no. I hate cream of tomato soup.

[@tiawarren5403]

American cheese is a melty must in grilled cheese!

[@jovetj]

Colby-Monterey Jack is my favorite for grilled cheese, but you do want a strong-over-creamy cheese. The cheese really matters. American is okay, but Swiss or Mozzarella is not.

[@easein]

I haven't had this in ages. Never thought to make my own tomato soup and have never heard of a soup maker, but I want one. This is definitely on my lunch list next week. Love you guys! And thanks.

[@AnnieDC304]

Homemade tomato soup is really easy. A big upgrade with minimal effort.

[@kevinhayes1656]

Also, as you noticed grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup are easier to make for a quick meal. In the United States, they usually had for lunch.

[@frankp9156]

Elana just blew up the internet, grilled cheese croutons in tomato soup!!!!!!

[@cdpgeorge]

She made a pro move.

[@SherryPM72]

You can also use mayonnaise in place of butter on the outside of the bread, which adds a little tanginess. I like using 2 cheeses sharp Cheddar and smoked Muenster.

[@klbbeeswillow]

Especially with Duke's 😋

[@dbasstij512]

Yep. Mayo also toasts more evenly than butter.

[@SeenGod]

i only use american cheese, and a little mayo on the inside, and of course a buttload of butter in the pan 👍

[@NewCaney1]

Mayo on the inside. You could get arrested for putting it on the outside

[@theresaanderson8273]

Yummy!!!! My FAVORITE Cousins from across the pond. Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup is one of my favorite meals. I make the Grilled Cheese Sandwich a few different ways Pepper Jack , Sharp Cheddar and Swiss Cheese are my favorite it adds a kick. I Love You Guys. Thanks for another awesome video. 🥰🥰

[@cbobwhite5768]

An alternative to butter, for frying the grilled cheese, is to spread the outside of the sandwich with a light coating of mayonnaise. It will brown the bread, nicely.

[@kayteague6119]

I've just started using Mayo spread on my grilled cheese sandwiches and it works wonderfully, spreads really easy and brown really evenly. It still tastes like a grilled cheese sandwich but not as greasy and heavy as butter.

[@andrewgalindo6959]

I also butter the bread on the outside before it goes in the pan. I think it gives it just a bit more flavor. That being said I still think y'all did a great job especially with the soup.

[@randallshelp4017]

Still stuns me how every Brit eating show they all take huge bites. JOLLY to name one...

[@DravenGal]

Jolly is one of my favorite British channels! I'd love to see a crossover. Maybe Juno could come and meet h!

[@dustdevl1043]

I can't watch them, so gross watching them both biting the same sandwich. 🤢

[@wolfdaddy7098]

It's better that way.

[@thewolfdoctor761]

Yeah, I've never taken huge bites like that. I think I'd choke.

[@spaceshiplewis]

We call this comfort food because we have had this meal since we were Mini H's age. The plain cheese is good as a kid, but now I add a slice of tomato and some bacon to the sandwich and a dollop of sour cream into the soup. Perfect combo for the dippers of culinary enjoyment.

[@liamengram6326]

I make what I call a dirty grilled cheese which is just a grilled cheese with grilled peppers and onions on it.

[@Sometimes-even-lyrical]

Never heard of a "soupmaker" appliance. 🤔... but sounds awesome!😁😋👍🍅🥣

[@darcyjorgensen5808]

I prefer to use mayo on the outside of the bread, then put it in the pan for a low and slow toasting…during which time you take your homemade tomato soup out of the freezer and heat it up.

[@Mrhandfriends]

We are going to have to try mayo

[@jenniferwiggins581]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is amazing, but even better is a grilled ham and cheese sandwich with tomato soup!

[@the3mfs359]

Now you're talking! I absolutely love ham on my grilled cheese!.

[@gkennedy2998]

I am a fan of the decadent "grilled bacon and cheese sandwich" myself, but I respect your appreciation for ham.

[@the3mfs359]

@@gkennedy2998 oooo! That sounds good.

[@SteelandSouls]

Always delicious. It's like an easy to make pizza

[@nicleep4256]

This reaction was very similar to my own when I had a full English or Irish breakfast for the first time as an American living in Europe. Why didn't we know about all those amazing flavor combinations! I feel like the internet and social media have made all the great things about various cultures food so much more accessible, which is amazing!

[@gkennedy2998]

Grilled cheese with tomato soup is a mandatory lunch on a cold, rainy day. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chaserz4201]

Butter. On. The. Outside. Warned

[@beckyklepper315]

I need to know: Does Mr. H take any of these wonderful foods to work to share with his colleagues? Tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich sounds really good right now!

[@Emily-Whitfield]

Homemade tomato soup is so good!! Use different cheese like Gruyère, Fontina, or White Cheddar!! Brie and Smoked Gouda is good too! If you don't have butter , use real mayonnaise to spread on the bread! Not salad dressing ( or salad cream)! Really crisps up the bread!!! Looks good!!!❤❤❤❤❤. Emily from Missouri ❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@lonegrimo6098]

Pepper Jack and cheddar cheese

[@Emily-Whitfield]

@@lonegrimo6098 Those are good too!!

[@ironear7748]

This is our cold, gray, rainy day comfort food. As I understand it - the English get a little rain from time to time! It's so easy to pull a can of Campbell's Tomato Soup out of the cabinet (Mrs. H you outdid us Yanks making it yourself!), pop the soup & a can of water into a pan to heat as you toast up a sandwich that's magic to young & old alike! When you want a change of pace - try it with rye bread. Grilled cheese sandwiches are GREAT with chili too! Hs, you're becoming so Americanized - I bet you have barbecue sauce or gravy in your veins!!! BLOODY LOVE YOU & YOU'RE UPLIFTING VIDEOS! From Tennessee, with love.

[@PainIsALie]

I tend to use gouda, meunster, havarti and white cheddar. Not always all together but a mix of two. Also, if you add fresh basil to that tomato soup, it changes the flavor dramatically… in a good way

[@mokokawi]

Our mom made this for us growing up 🤗🙌❤️

[@pambarab5506]

Kids loved it because it's so good, parents loved it because it's so easy to make. You do beans and toast, we do grilled cheese and tomato soup. Glad you like it.

[@Mrhandfriends]

Bloody loved it !!! ❤️

[@pamelaking9715]

I absolutely LOVE how you include your daughter in on preparing the food. I was taught to cook by four amazing women, my Mother, my Memaw, my Grandma Holmes & my Great Aunt Maggie. I was a toddler when I started also.

[@NancyMoran-r3b]

She is so precious. A two!!

[@AnnieDC304]

I that because she is two and so that is the best number?

[@seanpaula8924]

Shes seems to have been handing out lots of 2s lately 😂

[@scottboyett817]

Grilled cheese is so versatile. Try adding ingredients between cheese slices. Ham, onion, pickle are go to’s for me. Mayo on the outside of the bread also works well.

[@joeholahan7619]

Elana nails it! That's how I've done it for decades! 👍

[@TeamCow736]

Yeah, when I go to Chick-fil-A, I get a large chicken noodle soup and grilled chicken nuggets. I dunk most of my nuggets into my chicken noodle soup. So good

[@paulgusmus3628]

True comfort food! I like mine with mayonnaise inside also

[@pddaawwgg]

As a man, I can say Mr. H is such a gentleman to let Mrs and lil H try first but I know inside he's dying to try these foods from the cooking videos. Yeah Grilled cheese and tomato soup is such comfort food.

[@rainboeglo]

Yummy! And homemade!! Oh my gosh, delicious. I want to make me a sandwich now and can of tomato soup just from watching this.

[@LockupIII]

I'm so glad you found a golden treasure of an American staple of winter comfort food. Yes, everyone has a variation. But at the end of the day, it's bread, cheese, butter; and tomato soup. Nothing more, nothing less. This is quintessential American comfort food. I grew up on this.

[@Vinnytint2]

Definitely a favorite American goto snack . Readily available

[@franksullivan1873]

Dunking the sandwich is the right way with me too,lol.

[@ScribbleScrabbless]

I have done time same thing that baby H is doing 😊

[@turbodog182]

I love that this has sort of become a channel of Brits trying American tastes. I am 40 years old and still love trying new recipes and cuisines from various regions of my own country that I have not yet experienced (I just recently discovered jalapeño corn bread). I am so hopeful that your love of Barbeque will spread throughout your region and inspire a new generation to embrace flavors from all around the globe.

[@hideyholes]

I love how every video I've watched with non-Americans trying to make this shows them assembling the entire sandwich and then putting it in the skillet. Noooo, you butter a piece of bread, put it in butter side down. Then you pile the cheese on it, and you have to use at least one slice of American cheese, because it is the glue that holds it all together, but you can use fancier cheeses to supplement, and shredding them helps . Don't be shy with the cheese. Then you put the final piece of bread on top with butter side up. As it cooks, you smash it down with your spatula, and when the bottom is done, you flip it over. You're welcome.

[@abremacabre8868]

🥹 Elana enthusiastically repeating measurements and food ideas is so precious! You go little H!

[@JasonMistretta-wf5ip]

10:30. Imagine that it is snowing outside and you prepare a grilled cheese sandwich and make hot tomato soup. It's cold outside, but insides are now warm & toasty after eating grilled cheese & tomato soup. :o)

[@Mrhandfriends]

Definitely a warm hug

[@cindymatthewsarrowdalearts6449]

I'm drooling over your soup! We always use Campbell's condensed soup. :) Truthfully, we get the soup from Aldi unless Sam's Club has a good price on Campbell's. When we first got married, stores would have Campbells on special, 10 for $1.00. ONE! And now it's over a buck a can unless you get a good deal at Sam's club. Either way, either brand, I'm sure it's nothing on that lovely soup you made! And a soup maker! Never heard of such a critter. Looks like something I need to look out for. I still like to put the butter on my bread, then you know you're completely covered. In my part of the world, we called them, "Toasted cheese," sandwiches, as well as grilled cheese. Not everyone from other parts of the US know what a "toasted cheese" sandwich is, though. We like mixing up cheeses, making sure to have gooey cheeses on the top and bottom of our cheese stack so it all sticks together.

[@Bam_Bam_Bam_Bam]

I like to use fresh roasted tomatoes for my soup. Turns the level up another notch..

[@havok6280]

Baby H prefers her sandwich deconstructed.

[@drutang]

grilled cheese dipped in apple sauce is really good, too! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@diandiaz9026]

Your young one has the great idea of breaking apart her grilled cheese, and putting it in the soup

[@tx_1]

I like cheddar cheese on them. Y'all are fancy making your own soup! If you want just a grilled cheese sandwich (and not dip in the tomato soup), you should fry some bacon first, put it in the sandwich and then cook it. It is so good.

[@JohnnieGarner]

What I most enjoy about this video, and several others, it the tender guidance you give to Elana. If I ever have children, this is my ideal.

[@geegs120]

Now I want grilled cheese and tomato soup! Tuna fish sandwiches dipped in tomato soup is really good too. Also, tuna melts are something you may want to try - they sound gross and I would never consider even trying one - someone eventually talked me into trying one and I was shocked at how tasty it was. Love your videos and Elana looked so cute scrutinizing all the ingredients being added to the soup - made me chuckle. Much love from NY!!

[@donnalthood3102]

Don't change how you pronounce words...It is part of your charm! That, and the fact that you seem so genuine...I really love your channel!

[@sdhproductions8877]

Try it for a nice midday meal on a cold winter day. It's warm & filling but light at the same time.

[@danrudnick5252]

I'd guess 95% of people in the US just use a can of condensed tomato soup, but this looks awesome. Also. Soupmaker with a blender inside? What?

[@Mrhandfriends]

@morphyrichards lol

[@intallpines]

That's what I said! Ms. H is now teaching us.

[@TexasRose50]

You could do the same thing with a food processor. You would just have to put it in a pan to heat it. Just a thought.

[@danrudnick5252]

@@TexasRose50 well yeah, or a blender, just interesting to have a device that cooks it too.

[@kriswoods7051]

I want that soup maker! I hope Amazon has one!

[@gippywhite]

A quick and easy tip for the grilled cheese sandwiches, just mix two or more different kinds of cheeses. Almost any combination is great! 💙💙💙

[@randykillman6475]

As a kid, we had this at home all the time but with cheddar cheese. Now-a-days I typically make creamy Tuscan tomato as I like the basil in the soup. I often use two types of cheese and sometimes butter the outside of the bread and sprinkle some grated parmesan cheese to make the outside even more crunchy. You can try it many ways. It is fast and easy. We had it all winter long. Good job guys. Now you really are becoming more American by the day.

[@buckaroobonsi555]

I am 51 and growing up this was one of many feel good comfort foods as a child. It is super popular with kids and adults in the Winter. You would come in from playing outside int he snow and Mom would often have hot cocoa and then it was normaly a bowel of tamato and basil soup and grilled cheese sandwhich. It is a very economical affordable dish that warms you up. I lived in Germany for 12 years and all of my German friends ate what ever my mom made and loved it. If American cheese is not easy to find any cheese that melts well works great it is just that most people expect American Cheese on a cheese burger or grilled cheese. Often people will also add some form of thnly sliced cold cut like ham or American Bacon(pre-cooked bacon). A lot of Americans will butter both sides of the bread before putting cheese on and tossing in the frying pan but some only butter the outside. Any cheese in the Edam family works great. Swiss works great. Chedars or Farm Cheese that melt well add more flavor. There is no wrong way with the Tamato soup garlic, onions, tyme, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper all good. The norm is onion, basil, salt, black pepper. When I am really wanting something to warm me up I will add a little bit of ginger and what ever peppers I have in the garden or that are seasonal. Sweet peppers and red, yellow or orange bell peppers go well but green pepper are a bit too bitter for some! A lot of times the soup is served piping hot and for little kids you will add some regular milk from the fridge to cool it down a bit more. As an American that lived in Germany for 12 years I love sharing a taste of America with my European cousins! America would not exist if not for British Colonies and is likewise diverse with mostly European settlers! The British gave us a language and a solid base before we went our own way. The British have been a fantastic alley since WWI until today!

[@NancyMoran-r3b]

I make the soup with half water and half milk. I’ve tried every other way and this is the best to me. Everyone has their favorite way to concoct their soup. Love this❤.

[@sandracox4341]

Nothing like a grill cheese sandwich with tomato soup on a cold rainy day.

[@GrubbsyQue]

American classic

[@mikemax9076]

Grilled cheese and tomato soup has been a staple fast meal in my house for 70 years . When I was young white bread and American cheese was the way to go as we grew and got older Rye bread or rye and Pumpernickel bread became more common also a mix of american cheese and gruyiare or just swiss cheese pairs nicely with the soup.

[@Peggi109]

White bread buttered on the outside and lots of American cheese slices on the inside. And I love Campbells tomato soup. ( made with water not milk.) I eat this at least once a week. ❤

[@Mediumcoffee14]

Love a homemade tomato soup with grilled cheese. The grilled cheese sandwich is delicious with whatever cheese you prefer. It looked delicious and so glad you enjoyed it. The little one is such a good helper!

[@geraldmullenix3346]

During a cold winter or late fall day there is nothing better than Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup. It's the perfect comfort food

[@laurah8923]

One of favorite comfort food meals. My niece loves it so much she had it as an appetizer at her wedding. Shot glass of soup and a small square grilled cheese stuck on the glass like a garnish. So glad you like it!

[@Charsept]

It's like having a rootbeer and then having rootbeer float. The tomato soup elevates the experience.

[@penneysnyder4696]

Elana is smart! She put the sandwich in the soup! Looks delicious! Good job Mrs H!

[@wanderinghedge]

Can't wait to see this. I am so honored that you picked this from the comment I left. I already know you enjoyed yourselves.

[@karenrogers7494]

This is my favorite meal when I'm sick. Love it other times as well ❤

[@sherryford667]

The soup and sandwich looked delectable. My favorite grilled cheese is made with Gruyere. It's one of my favorite cheeses, so I also frequently use it in my Mac-n-cheese, too. I'm going to try the Balsamic in my tomato soup next time. I think I'll appreciate the tang. Cheerio 😊

[@wanderinghedge]

@@sherryford667 The soup recipe was their own they found during their own research. I just suggested the American Classic of a Grilled Cheese Sandwich and Tomato soup and they happened to pick it. I let them know ahead of time that you can switch things out like the tomato soup for chicken noodle soup but usually the tomato soup is the go to. Try different cheeses, combination of cheeses, and breads like wheat, rye, or sour dough or whatever other bread you may like. I knew by having them do this many people would come out of the wood work and speak on their own behalf of what their own preferences are. Some people use mayo rather than butter, and some people use both with butter on the outside and mayo on the inside, just as another example. Peppers, onions, etc. It's all about preferences and it's honestly one of those meals that's so simple enough yet so strong in its strength to explore with.

[@sherryford667]

@wanderinghedge Well, it was a good idea, an American unsung classic which can be varied to accommodate everyone's individual tastes. 😀

[@barbarasalley]

I love watching Elana's face!! She is so focused! She will, no doubt, become a fabulous cook!

[@TheRedStateBlue]

you want to spread the butter on the bread like toast before you put it in the skillet or on the griddle. also, mix the butter with a little bit of garlic and some chopped up basil and use mozzarella and/or provolone for a fun italian style grilled cheese. that's fun with a little marinara as a dipping sauce.

[@JerridCook]

Mr. H dancing his "cowboy" 🤠 jig got a giggle out of me! Great job y'all! It looks delicious! Well done! 👍

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

these are really good cold, rainy day. p.s. really sharp cheddar is the way to go

[@LeahAllen-h2s]

I like mine with havarti dill

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

@@LeahAllen-h2s I love havrati but that is a very mild cheese