Soup, mushroom with beef stock, canned, condensed
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
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This is a rich, savory concentrate of earthy mushrooms simmered in a deep beef stock, offering a velvety texture and a robust umami punch. It's a kitchen workhorse, delivering a complex, meaty depth with minimal calories per spoonful. Its condensed form means a little goes a long way in building a flavorful base.
Calorie split: 15% protein · 43% carbs · 42% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for its unparalleled ability to instantly elevate a dish with deep, comforting umami flavor and its incredible versatility as a base for everything from simple gravies to complex casseroles. It's a nostalgic shortcut to homemade-tasting meals.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The condensed form is often very high in sodium, which can be problematic for those monitoring salt intake. To counteract this, always dilute with unsalted water or broth, and consider rinsing canned mushrooms if using them separately. It may also contain wheat flour as a thickener, making it unsuitable for gluten-free diets without a certified alternative.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of quick, savory flavor for sauces and stews.
- Low in calories while providing a satisfying, meaty taste.
- Contains B vitamins and minerals from mushrooms and beef stock.
- Convenient, shelf-stable base for emergency or quick meals.
- Adds umami depth without significant fat or sugar.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'condensed' process, pioneered by a food company in the 1890s, originally involved removing water to reduce can size and cost, creating a product so thick it was meant to be diluted with equal parts milk or water.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 84.6 g |
| Energy | 68.0 kcal |
| Energy | 285 kj |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 3.2 g |
| Ash | 2.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 8.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.67 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 29.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 126 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 773 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.20 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.30 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.80 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg |
| Niacin | 0.96 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 8.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 17.0 ug |
| Retinol | 8.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 100 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 194 iu |
| Lycopene | 6632 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.89 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.3 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.65 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.37 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.62 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.54 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 6.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Soup, bean with pork, canned, condensed — USDA does not publish this profile for Soup.
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.48 g |
| Lysine | 0.40 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.18 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.66 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.29 g |
FAQ
How is condensed mushroom soup different from ready-to-serve?
Condensed soup is a thick concentrate that must be diluted with water, milk, or broth before eating. Ready-to-serve soup is pre-thinned and can be heated and eaten directly from the can.
Can I use this in recipes that call for fresh mushrooms?
It's not a direct substitute for texture, but it can be used to add a concentrated mushroom-beef flavor. For best results, use it to supplement fresh mushrooms rather than replace them entirely.
What does 'with beef stock' mean on the label?
It indicates the primary liquid base used to cook the mushrooms is beef stock or broth, giving the soup a meatier, more robust flavor profile compared to versions made with water or chicken stock.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.68 kcal/g · 15% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 2.3 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 6.13 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.