Description
This simple and comforting 5 Ingredient Tomato Soup recipe uses canned San Marzano tomatoes, butter, onion, garlic, and salt to create a rich and flavorful soup perfect for a cozy meal. Slow-simmered and blended to a smooth consistency, this tomato soup is easy to prepare and pairs wonderfully with grilled cheese or crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- Two 28-ounce cans San Marzano tomatoes (whole or crushed)
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) salted butter
- 1 yellow onion, peeled and cut into 4 chunks
- 3–4 cloves smashed garlic (optional)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Make the Tomato Soup: Place the canned tomatoes, butter, and onion chunks into a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Set the heat to bring the mixture up to a low bubble, then reduce the heat to medium-low and partially cover with a lid.
- Simmer: Let the soup simmer gently for 45 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes to prevent the bottom from scorching and ensure even cooking.
- Remove Onion Chunks: After simmering, use tongs to remove the onion pieces from the soup. You may leave the garlic cloves in the soup according to your preference.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it reaches your desired smoothness. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, thin the soup with a splash of milk, water, broth, or cream, though it can be served as is.
- Serve: Ladle the tomato soup into bowls and serve with your favorite accompaniments such as garlic bread, grilled cheese sandwiches, croutons, crackers, or a drizzle of pesto.
Notes
- Using canned San Marzano tomatoes adds a sweeter, less acidic flavor to the soup.
- Butter adds richness to the soup, but you can substitute with oil for a dairy-free version.
- Simmering the soup slowly enhances the tomato flavor.
- Immersion blender allows easy blending directly in the pot for convenience.
- Adjust salt to taste after blending for best results.
- The soup can be thinned to your preferred consistency with liquids such as broth or milk.
- Garlic is optional and can be omitted if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: tomato soup, easy tomato soup, 5 ingredient soup, homemade tomato soup, simple soup recipe, Italian soup
