What to Buy Trending Products & Deals This 'Game-Changing' Gadget Makes 'Perfectly Textured' Soup in an Instant—and It's Nearly $50 Off Let it do the work for you. By Sharon Lockley Sharon Lockley Sharon Lockley has over 20 years of experience as an editor and writer and has been contributing to Food & Wine, the Spruce Eats, and Allrecipes since 2019. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on January 25, 2024 We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Food & Wine / Amazon There’s nothing like homemade soup for cold wintery days and evenings. Warm and comforting, it’s the perfect entree, paired with some warm crusty bread for dipping. But soup made from scratch can take as much as three or more hours to make, and we don’t always have the time or motivation to do it. That’s where this soup maker by Philips comes in. It’s a total time saver since it can heat, blend, and puree, among other functions, all with little prep work on your end. And right now, it’s nearly $50 off at Amazon. Philips Viva Collection SoupMaker Amazon Buy on Amazon $150 $110 This soup maker handles multiple tasks with ease. It looks similar to a large thermos with a handle on the side of the body, but when you remove the lid, you’ll find it's much more than that. On the inside, there is a motor with a blade that spins attached to it, and the base contains an element that heats the ingredients. These two factors combined allow you to cook soups all in one place, without any of the leg work. Just pop ingredients in, cover it with the lid, and press go. There are six preset programs on top of the lid to choose from depending on the texture you’re looking for. It makes pureed soup, chunky soup, and cold soup in just 18 minutes, according to the brand. Its fitted blade design also makes it useful for milk bases, compotes, and smoothies. The 1.2-liter capacity makes two to four servings, which makes it perfect for couples or folks to cook for themselves. It’s also fairly compact at about 9 by 14 by 9 inches. “This is a must-have for the winter,” writes one shopper. “It’s a game changer — so easy to use and makes delicious soups in a very short time.” Another customer says they use the machine to make several different kinds of soup, including lentil, tomato, vegetable, and mushroom. “This soup maker is so easy to use and clean, and the texture is just perfect,” they added. If you’re into saving time, love convenience, and are craving homemade soups, grab the Philips Viva Collection SoupMaker while it’s 27% off at Amazon. It’ll get dinner on the table in a flash. Shop More Soup Making Essentials Deals at Amazon: KooK Ceramic Soup Mugs Amazon Buy on Amazon $37 $25 Zulay 12-Inch Stainless Steel Soup Ladle Amazon Buy on Amazon $20 $10 Dowan 6-Piece 23-Ounce Colorful Soup Bowls Set Amazon Buy on Amazon $47 $37 Peach Street Powerful Immersion Blender Amazon Buy on Amazon $45 $20 Gotham Steel 5-Quart Stock Pot Amazon Buy on Amazon $40 $28 At the time of publishing, the price was $110. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit More Fresh Finds from Food & Wine This Is My Mother-in-Law’s Secret to Cooking Big Breakfasts for the Whole Family—It’s Only $24 Right Now My Mom Has Used This Le Creuset Cookware for 17+ Years' Worth of Dinner Parties, and It's on Sale Host Game Day Like an MVP With These 10 Kitchen Essentials—and They're on Sale