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    Copycat Campbells Tomato Soup

    Published: Dec 2, 2013 · Modified: Nov 22, 2023 by burntapple · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    The secret to how to making this Campbells Tomato Soup recipe from home is simple and easy. Top your soup with some grilled cheese croutons and you've got a winning lunch or dinner!

    A steaming bowl copycat campbells tomato soup is garnished with a fresh sprig of parsley and accompanied by a grilled cheese sandwich and grilled cheese croutons

    Making Campbells Tomato Soup

    My husband's favorite lunch has to be popping open a can of Campbell's Tomato Soup then dunking a grilled cheese sandwich in it. One of the reasons he loves it so much is that it doesn't have an overwhelming tomatoey taste. To him it tastes more like a cream of tomato soup which he loves.

    History of Campbells Soup

    Campbell's tomato soup is a beloved classic that has been around for over 100 years. It has a rich and creamy texture, along with a comforting flavor. It has been a staple in households around the world. It's super easy to make this copycat Campbell's tomato soup that is just as delicious and comforting as the canned original!

    Why You Should Make Campbells Tomato Soup Recipe From Scratch

    While Campbell's tomato soup is a classic, there are several reasons why someone may want to make a copycat version at home. For one, making your own soup allows you to control the ingredients and adjust the flavor to your liking. Additionally, making soup from scratch can be a fun and rewarding activity that allows you to experiment with different flavors and techniques.

    Another benefit of making your own tomato soup is that it can be a healthier option than the canned version. Many canned soups contain high amounts of sodium and preservatives, which can be harmful to your health if consumed in excess. By making your own soup, you can reduce the amount of sodium and control the quality of the ingredients used.

    Finally, making a copycat Campbell's tomato soup can be a fun way to recreate a classic comfort food that you may have grown up with. Whether you are looking to relive fond childhood memories or simply want to enjoy a warm bowl of soup on a cold day, this recipe is sure to satisfy.

    Ingredients

    you only need a few ingredients to make this soup:

    • olive oil
    • yellow onion, chopped
    • garlic, minced
    • all purpose flour or cornstarch
    • crushed tomatoes, with juice
    • low sodium chicken broth
    • basil
    • thyme
    • heavy whipping cream (can subtitute dairy free)
    • Salt and Pepper to taste

    Don't Forget the Grilled Cheese Croutons!

    These are seriously the best part of this soup! You've got to top your soup with some homemade croutons!

    To make them you'll need:

    • bread
    • Cheese
    • Butter

    Instructions for Making Your Soup:

    1. In a saucepan, add the oil. Heat to medium high and saute until the onion is soft--approximately 3-5 minutes. Add in the minced garlic and continue cooking another minute. Slowly sprinkle in the flour and continue whisking until blended.
    2. Add the tomatoes with the juice and broth to the pan. Mix with the onion and garlic mixture until blended well. Add in the basil and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking frequently until the mixture thickens--approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cream or milk.
    3. In batches, pour the tomato soup into a blender and blend until mixture is smooth. Serve with grilled cheese croutons or grilled cheese sandwiches.

    To Make Your Grilled Cheese Croutons:

    Place a frying pan on the burner of the stove you were making the soup on. Allow pan to heat. While pan is heating, butter one side of each slice of bread. Make a sandwich with the bread with the buttered sides of the bread on the outside and the cheese slices on the inside of the sandwich. Place the sandwiches on the griddle and allow to cook until the bread on the stove side becomes browned. Flip sandwich and cook on the other side until browned. Remove from heat, place sandwiches on a cutting board. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the bread into ½ inch to one inch cubes. Serve on top of soup. (Hint: You can make the grilled cheese croutons before making the soup if you would like.)

    A steaming bowl copycat campbells tomato soup is garnished with a fresh sprig of parsley and accompanied by a grilled cheese sandwich and grilled cheese croutons

    Copycat Campbells Tomato Soup

    Traci Wennerholm
    This copycat Campbell's Tomato Soup recipe is so easy to make, you'll never need to buy another can again! It's made with simple ingredients like canned tomatoes and is seasoned with just a few herbs and spices. The result is a smooth, creamy, and flavorful soup that's just like the classic Campbell's soup.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
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    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 251 kcal

    Equipment

    • saucepan

    Ingredients
      

    • For the Soup:
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ yellow onion chopped
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • 2 tablespoon unbleached all purpose flour for gluten free, use 2-4 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes with juice (you can use homemade canned equivalent)
    • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
    • ¼ teaspoon basil
    • ¼ teaspoon thyme
    • ½ cup heavy whipping cream can use dairy free heavy whipping cream
    • Salt and Pepper to taste
    • For the Grilled Cheese Croutons
    • 4 slices bread or gluten free bread
    • 4 slices Cheddar cheese or dairy free cheese
    • 4 tablespoons Butter or non dairy spread

    Instructions
     

    • To Make the Soup:
    • In a saucepan, add the oil. Heat to medium high and saute until the onion is soft--approximately 3-5 minutes. Add in the minced garlic and continue cooking another minute. Slowly sprinkle in the flour and continue whisking until blended.
    • Add the tomatoes with the juice and broth to the pan. Mix with the onion and garlic mixture until blended well. Add in the basil and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking frequently until the mixture thickens--approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cream or milk.
    • In batches, pour the tomato soup into a blender and blend until mixture is smooth. Serve with grilled cheese croutons or grilled cheese sandwiches.
    • To Make the Grilled Cheese Croutons:
    • Place a frying pan on the burner of the stove you were making the soup on. Allow pan to heat. While pan is heating, butter one side of each slice of bread. Make a sandwich with the bread with the buttered sides of the bread on the outside and the cheese slices on the inside of the sandwich. Place the sandwiches on the griddle and allow to cook until the bread on the stove side becomes browned. Flip sandwich and cook on the other side until browned. Remove from heat, place sandwiches on a cutting board. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the bread into ½ inch to one inch cubes. Serve on top of soup. (Hint: You can make the grilled cheese croutons before making the soup if you would like.)

    Notes

    Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 6gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 311mgPotassium: 372mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 696IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 127mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword campbells tomato soup, easy tomato soup recipe, homemade tomato soup recipe
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    1. Alicia - One Mother Hen

      December 06, 2013 at 4:27 am

      Oh yum. I love homemade tomato soup, it's been a while since I made my own. I always remember my pop putting chunks of cheese at the bottom of his 🙂

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    2. Susie

      January 01, 2019 at 10:54 am

      Allow grilled cheese to cool for a few minutes ado the cheese doesn't melt out when you cut it!

      Reply
      • burntapple

        January 01, 2019 at 6:09 pm

        Great idea, thanks for the tip!

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