Slow Cooker Creamy Herb Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

INGREDIENTS

1 28 ounce can

crushed tomatoes

1 cup

carrots (, chopped finely)

3 cloves

garlic (, minced)

large onion (, chopped finely)

4 cups

vegetable broth

1 tbsp

dried basil

1 tbsp

dried parsley

1 tbsp

dried oregano

1/2 tbsp

ground pepper

1 tsp

salt

4 tbsp

olive oil

2 tbsp

light butter

1/2 cup

flour

2 cups

almond milk

1/2 cup

grated parmesan cheese

Salt & Pepper (, to taste)

fresh basil (, for garnish, optional)

(about 3 oz) slices day old bread, I use sourdough

1 oz

reduced fat shredded sharp cheddar

1 tbsp

light mayo