Soup & Sandwich Recipe

Heat and simmer

In a small saucepan, warm 1 tsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1/2 tsp minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.

Add 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.

Add 1 cup cheese tortellini and reduce to a simmer. Cook according to package directions (typically 3–5 minutes) until tender.

Stir in 1/2 cup diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach. Cook 1–2 minutes until spinach wilts.

Remove from heat. Stir in 1 tbsp grated Parmesan, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.

Sauté aromatics

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup diced carrot and 1/4 cup diced celery. Sauté 4–5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Add 1/2 tsp minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds more.

Add 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Cook 1 minute.

Pour in 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth. Add 1/4 cup drained beans and 1/4 cup diced zucchini. Bring to a simmer.

Add 1/4 cup small pasta and simmer 8–10 minutes until pasta and vegetables are tender. If liquid reduces too much, add up to 1/2 cup water or broth.

Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh basil, 1 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional), 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Serve warm.

Assemble sandwich

Slice 1/2 hero roll horizontally and lightly toast if desired. Spread 1 tsp mayonnaise on one cut side and 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard on the other.

Layer 2 oz sliced deli turkey or ham, 0.5 oz provolone or Swiss cheese, 1/2 lettuce leaf, 1 slice tomato and 1 thin slice red onion onto the bottom half of the roll.

Season the tomato with 1/8 tsp salt and 1/16 tsp black pepper. Close sandwich and cut in half if desired. Serve immediately.

Prepare filling

In a small bowl, combine 1 oz flaked cooked salmon and 1 oz chopped cooked shrimp with 1 tsp mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp lemon juice and 1/4 tsp dill. Season with 1/8 tsp salt and 1/16 tsp black pepper. Mix gently to combine.

Assemble and melt

Slice 1/2 baguette or small roll and butter the cut outside surfaces with 1/2 tsp softened butter. Spoon the seafood mixture onto the bottom half of the roll and sprinkle 0.5 oz shredded cheddar or Swiss on top.

Broil or toast in a preheated oven on high (or use a toaster oven) for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and edges are golden. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Remove, close sandwich, cut in half if desired and serve hot.