I'm Back & In the Kitchen! Let's Make the Easiest & Coziest 3-Ingredient Tomato Soup!

Okay, my wonderful foodie friends, guess who's back, feeling rested, recharged, and so incredibly excited to be back in the kitchen with you all? I'm not busy anymore! My adventures in Korea were absolutely amazing, and taking a little time to settle back in was exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for your patience! I am so ready to dive back into our delicious culinary adventures together.

To celebrate being back, I wanted to start with a recipe that is pure, simple, and elegant. It’s a dish that proves you don’t need a dozen ingredients to create something truly magical. It’s the perfect, cozy "welcome home" meal, and I can't wait to share it with you!

Let's get right to it and make the Easiest & Coziest 3-Ingredient Tomato Soup! We’re talking rich, flavorful canned tomatoes, a touch of savory butter, and a whole onion, all simmered together to create a soup with incredible depth and a luxuriously smooth texture. It’s a testament to the beauty of simplicity!

What’s better than a delicious, homemade soup that comes together in about 20 minutes with ingredients you almost certainly have in your pantry right now? Honestly, it’s the perfect recipe to ease back into home cooking after a trip! This recipe, inspired by a classic from Marcella Hazan, strips away all the complexity and gets straight to the heart of what makes tomato soup so beloved: that pure, concentrated, beautiful tomato flavor, enriched with just a touch of butter. It’s a total game-changer!

Why This 3-Ingredient Tomato Soup is Pure Comfort Food Gold:

• Incredibly Simple: Literally just three main ingredients (plus oil, salt, and pepper)! It doesn’t get easier.

• Quick & Effortless: Ready in about 20 minutes from start to finish.

• Pantry-Friendly: Made with staple ingredients you probably have on hand.

• Velvety Smooth: Blending the soup creates a wonderfully creamy texture without adding any cream (unless you want to add it!).

• Warm & Nourishing: It’s a light yet satisfying meal that feels genuinely good to eat.

This Cozy Tomato Soup is Your New Go-To For:

• Busy Weeknights When You Have No Energy to Cook.

• The Ultimate Lunch When Paired with a Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

• When You're Feeling Under the Weather and Need Something Soothing.

• A Simple, Comforting Meal When You Need to Rest and Recharge.

• Proving That Simple Ingredients Can Create Extraordinary Flavor!

How to Make This Simple Soup Sensation:

1. Combine Ingredients: Put the tomatoes, butter, and halved onion in a pot. That’s it!

2. Simmer: Let the ingredients simmer and meld into a flavorful base.

3. Remove Onion & Blend: Fish out the onion halves and blend the soup until velvety smooth.

4. Season & Serve: A little salt, pepper, and it's ready to be enjoyed.

The homey, comforting aroma of this simple soup simmering on the stove is truly one of life’s simple pleasures.

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Easiest & Coziest 3-Ingredient Tomato Soup

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes (with their juices, San Marzano style recommended for best flavor)

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 small yellow onion, peeled and cut in half

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Optional for Serving:

  • Grilled cheese sandwich or crusty bread for dipping

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan or Dutch oven, place the entire contents of the can of whole peeled tomatoes (including their juices), the 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and both halves of the peeled onion.

2. Simmer to Infuse Flavor: Bring the mixture to a steady simmer over medium heat. Once it’s simmering, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally with a spoon, gently breaking up the tomatoes as they soften.

3. Remove the Onion: After 15 minutes of simmering, the soup base will be very fragrant. Use a spoon or tongs to carefully remove the onion halves. You can discard them (they have given their flavor to the soup!).

4. Blend Until Velvety Smooth: For the easiest method, use an immersion (stick) blender directly in the pot. Blend the soup until it is completely smooth and has a creamy, velvety consistency. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the hot soup to a countertop blender (be sure to vent the lid to allow steam to escape) and blend until smooth.

5. Season and Serve: Taste the soup and season it with salt and pepper as desired. The amount will depend on the saltiness of your canned tomatoes.

6. Enjoy Your Comforting Meal: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately. It is absolutely perfect when paired with a classic grilled cheese sandwich or a piece of crusty bread for dipping.

Equipment (What I Use & Recommend)

• Medium Saucepan or Dutch Oven

• Immersion Blender or Countertop Blender

• Spoon or Tongs

• Measuring Spoons

Tips & FAQs for the Easiest Tomato Soup!

• Quality of Tomatoes Matters: Since there are so few ingredients, the quality of the canned tomatoes is the most important factor for flavor. Look for San Marzano or fire-roasted whole peeled tomatoes for the best results.

• Why Remove the Onion? The classic Marcella Hazan technique of simmering a whole, halved onion infuses the soup with a deep, sweet, aromatic onion flavor without the sharp bite of raw or sautéed onion. It creates a wonderfully smooth and balanced base.

• Butter is Better: While you could use olive oil, the butter adds a specific richness and roundness to the flavor that is key to this simple recipe’s magic.

• Blender Safety: When blending hot liquids in a countertop blender, never fill it more than halfway. Remove the small cap from the lid and cover the opening with a folded kitchen towel. This allows steam to escape safely and prevents the lid from blowing off. An immersion blender is the easiest and safest choice.

• Flavor Variations: This is a fantastic base!

  • Herbs: Add a fresh basil sprig while simmering (remove before blending).

  • Richness: Stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of mascarpone at the end for an even creamier soup.

  • Spice: A tiny pinch of red pepper flakes can be added while simmering.

Serving Ideas – The Comfort Zone!

• The Ultimate Companion: A gooey, buttery grilled cheese sandwich is a non-negotiable classic for dipping!

• Crunchy Croutons: Homemade or store-bought, especially garlic or cheese flavored ones.

• Crusty Bread: Perfect for dipping and soaking up every last drop.

• A Simple Garnish: A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, or a dollop of pesto.

Nutritional Snapshot (A Peek at Your Comforting Bowl!)

Alright, let's take a look at the surprisingly good-for-you profile of this incredibly simple soup! The following is an estimated nutritional snapshot for one serving (assuming the recipe makes 2 servings).

Disclaimer: As always, this information is an estimate and can vary significantly based on the specific brands of your tomatoes (especially for sodium), butter, and your exact portion sizes. For the most precise nutritional information, I always recommend using an online nutritional calculator with your specific inputs.

Per Serving (Estimated - 1 of 2 servings):

• Calories: 182 kcal (A wonderfully light 9% of a 2000-calorie daily intake!)

• Protein: 4g (7% DV)

• Total Fat: 12g (15% DV – from the butter)

  • Saturated Fat: 7g (36% DV – this is where the richness from the butter comes in!)

• Total Carbohydrate: 19g (7% DV)

  • Dietary Fiber: 5g (16% DV – a great contribution from tomatoes!)

  • Total Sugars: 11g

    • Includes 0g Added Sugars (0% DV) (Note: The nutrition panel indicates 0g added sugars, which is great! This reflects that the sweetness comes naturally from the high-quality tomatoes.)

• Cholesterol: 30mg (10% DV – from the butter)

• Sodium: 570mg (25% DV – from the canned tomatoes and any added salt.)

And just look at the fantastic vitamin and mineral power in this simple soup!

• Vitamin A: 815µg (A whopping 91% DV! Tomatoes are a Vitamin A powerhouse.)

• Vitamin C: 40mg (A fantastic 44% DV!)

• Copper: 0.29mg (32% DV)

• Vitamin B6: 0.48mg (28% DV)

• Iron: 4mg (22% DV)

• Vitamin E: 3mg (20% DV)

• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.235mg (18% DV)

• Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 3mg (18% DV)

• Potassium: 801mg (17% DV)

• Vitamin B1 (Thiamin): 0.195mg (16% DV)

• Dietary Fiber: 5g (16% DV) – Worth mentioning again!

• Manganese: 0.35mg (15% DV)

• Magnesium: 47mg (11% DV)

• Vitamin K: 13µg (11% DV)

• Calcium: 134mg (10% DV)

• Folate: 39µg (10% DV)

• Zinc: 0.6mg (6% DV)

• Phosphorus: 89mg (7% DV)

• Selenium: 0.7µg (1% DV)

• Vitamin B12: 0.025µg (1% DV)

(The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.)

What does this all mean? For a recipe with only three main ingredients, this tomato soup is a nutritional superstar! It's incredibly rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C, providing a massive boost for your immune system and skin health. It's low in calories but provides a good amount of fiber, making it a wonderfully light, nourishing, and satisfying meal. The perfect way to take care of yourself with minimal effort!

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Did you make this cozy and simple Tomato Soup? I'd love to hear if it brought you a little comfort and joy!

It feels so good to be back in the kitchen and sharing these delicious moments with you all again. I'm so excited for all the recipes to come! Your comments and ratings always make my day and really help our foodie community grow.

So, let's get back to it! Enjoy this wonderfully simple soup, and get ready for more delicious adventures very soon!

Happy Cooking, Friends!