I can never stop at one bite with this dish. My plates are always empty by the end

Every time I make this casserole recipe, each bite reminds me of the heartwarming feeling of sitting at home by the fireplace, filling my soul with that delicious stewed tomato soup. It's the perfect dish for cold nights, or when having friends and family over.
I hope whenever you make this casserole, you'll think to a moment in your past when you needed some comfort after a long day's journey, whether it be a hard day at work, or the tail end of a thousand mile road trip. Let's start with the ingredients below.

Ingredients
28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes, undrained (or 4-5 medium sized fresh tomatoes, peeled)
3 slices stale white bread, crust removed
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Handful of shredded cheese (of your choosing)
Optional: Your favorite tomato soup spices (i.e. okra, celery, onions)
Directions