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3 ingredient tomato soup

3-Ingredient Creamy Tomato Soup

A quick and simple recipe for a delicious and comforting creamy tomato soup using just three main ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans 28-ounce cans of whole peeled tomatoes Preferably San Marzano
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1 large yellow onion Peeled and halved
  • to taste Salt Freshly ground black pepper also to taste
Optional for Serving
  • fresh basil For garnish
  • A drizzle of olive oil For garnish
  • Crusty bread For serving

Method
 

Roasting
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the halved onion and the entire contents of the tomato cans (juice and all) into a deep roasting pan or Dutch oven.
  2. Roast for 45-50 minutes, until the tomatoes are slightly charred and the onion is very soft.
Blending
  1. Carefully transfer the roasted tomatoes, onion, and all the pan juices to a blender. Add the heavy cream.
  2. Blend until perfectly smooth and creamy, blending in batches if necessary.
Simmering
  1. Pour the blended soup back into your pot and warm it over medium heat.
  2. Season generously with salt and pepper, then let it simmer gently for 5-10 minutes.

Notes

This soup can be customized with garlic, herbs, or spices. Serve with crusty bread or grilled cheese sandwiches.