CAMPBELL'S, Cream of Mushroom Soup, condensed
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
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Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup, condensed, is a velvety, umami-rich pantry staple with a distinct, savory mushroom aroma and a thick, pourable consistency when undiluted. Its nutritional profile is relatively light for a condensed soup, offering a modest 81 kcal per 100g with a balanced mix of carbohydrates and fats, making it a versatile base for cooking. The soup's signature earthy flavor comes from a blend of mushrooms, cream, and a carefully crafted seasoning profile that has become a comfort food classic.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its nostalgic, comforting flavor and its unmatched versatility as a 'secret ingredient' in everything from green bean casserole to meatloaf. It's a beloved shortcut that instantly adds creamy, savory depth to countless home-cooked meals.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The condensed formula is often high in sodium and may contain additives like modified food starch, which can be a concern for those monitoring salt intake or preferring whole foods. To mitigate, use it as a flavor base in small amounts, dilute it well, and pair it with low-sodium ingredients like fresh vegetables and lean proteins.
Key benefits
- Quick, low-calorie base for sauces and casseroles
- Provides a convenient source of umami flavor
- Versatile ingredient for enhancing savory dishes
- Offers a modest amount of protein and fat for satiety
- Shelf-stable and long-lasting for pantry storage
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup is famously the 'secret ingredient' in the iconic Green Bean Casserole, a dish invented in 1955 by a Campbell's home economist named Dorcas Reilly.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 84.8 g |
| Energy | 81.0 kcal |
| Energy | 339 kj |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 5.5 g |
| Ash | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 6.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.60 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.40 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.00 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.40 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 4.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 8.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.16 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 19.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 67.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 697 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.11 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.50 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.36 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Choline, total | 4.0 mg |
| Betaine | 2.3 mg |
| Retinol | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 8.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.58 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.11 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 4.8 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 1.3 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 9.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 22.5 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.95 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.62 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.24 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 2.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.36 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.35 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.01 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.01 g |
| Threonine | 0.03 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.02 g |
| Leucine | 0.06 g |
| Lysine | 0.03 g |
| Methionine | 0.02 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.04 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.03 g |
| Valine | 0.03 g |
| Arginine | 0.05 g |
| Histidine | 0.02 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.07 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.49 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.06 g |
| Serine | 0.05 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
How do I prepare the condensed soup?
Typically, you mix one can of condensed soup with one can of water or milk (about 1:1 ratio) for a ready-to-eat soup, or use it undiluted as a thick, creamy ingredient in recipes.
Is it gluten-free?
No, Campbell's Cream of Mushroom Soup contains wheat flour as a thickener and is not gluten-free.
Can I use it in vegetarian dishes?
While it contains cream, it is generally considered vegetarian-friendly, but always check the label for any animal-derived ingredients like chicken broth or gelatin.