condensed soup

Just add water

Condensed soup is soup with most of its water removed during manufacturing, sold in concentrated form to be reconstituted by adding liquid before heating.

The process allows for compact packaging and long shelf life.

Campbell's popularized the format in the late 19th century: Just add a can of water to the condensed soup.

Condensed soups also serve as cooking ingredients in casseroles and sauces.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G