The soup and sandwich combination is common cafe choice. However, there is no need to spend $5+ on this meal that is easily created at home.
The soup:
1 can of soup.
It's a soup-er simple concept, but of course, I like to add a bit of a twist in my tomato soup: a little bit of feta cheese. Mmmm. I like feta cheese on almost anything, so my opinion could be slightly biased, but it is delicious.
Soup is also really cheap at the grocery store, and it never goes bad. Another bonus, the varieties are endless. Check out the Campbell's Soup collection.
The sandwich:
We all know how to make a sandwich. But here's how I make mine:
2 slices of whole grain honey wheat bread
2 slices of swiss cheese
some turkey lunch meat
yellow mustard
light miracle whip
tomato
spinach
Obviously, your sandwich should reflect your tastes and preferences. Mix up the condiments! My dad likes to use wasabi mustard. Try different veggies like banana peppers, lettuce, or sprouts. You can do whatever you want, after all, it is your sandwich.
Once you have created your masterpiece, grill it. But be warned, once you start to grill your sandwiches, a regular sandwich just seems flimsy, cold and lame. My awesome roommate Julia lets me use her George Foreman, it is the perfect sandwich griller. Don't have an awesome roomie with a George? You can always use a frying pan, which a touch of olive oil (similar to making a grilled cheese, without all the butter). Pay attention while you're grilling--you don't want to burn your sandwich.
Optional sides:
Pickle (as pictured)
Apple slices (yummy & healthy)
Side salad (the cafe trifecta)
You might have just read this, and been like "Lauren, I wanted a fast and easy meal!" Do not fret! This meal can be created in the time it takes to microwave pizza rolls.
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