Description
A simple and comforting 5-ingredient tomato soup made with San Marzano tomatoes, butter, onion, garlic, and salt. This creamy, savory soup simmers gently to develop rich flavors and is blended smooth for a perfect cozy meal.
Ingredients
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Main 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 chopped onion into a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Bring the mixture up to a low bubble over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Simmer: Partially cover the pot with a lid and allow the soup to simmer gently for 45 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes to prevent the soup from scorching on the bottom.
- Remove Onion Chunks: After simmering, use tongs to remove the onion pieces from the pot. The garlic cloves can be left in the soup if desired.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, adjusting the texture to your preference. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. You may thin the soup with milk, water, broth, or cream if desired.
- Serve: Serve the hot tomato soup alongside garlic bread, grilled cheese, croutons, crackers, pesto, or any accompaniment you prefer for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Using San Marzano tomatoes provides a richer, sweeter tomato flavor but any good quality canned tomatoes will work.
- Leaving the garlic in adds a subtle garlic presence; you can remove it if you prefer a milder taste.
- This soup can be thinned with dairy or broth to your liking for creamier or lighter textures.
- Store any leftovers refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: tomato soup, easy tomato soup, 5 ingredient soup, homemade tomato soup, simple soup recipe
