Copycat Knorr's Tomato Soup Mix
This pint-size pantry mix makes a cozy, creamy tomato soup using simple shelf-stable ingredients you already have on hand. One jar yields about 12 single servings or 3 family-size meals—just add water, simmer, and enjoy.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried tomato flakes
- ⅓ cup tomato powder or extra flakes, crushed fine
- ⅓ cup powdered milk nonfat or whole
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1½ Tbsp sugar
- 1½ tsp salt adjust if serving with salty sides
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¾ tsp garlic powder
- ⅓ tsp paprika
- ⅛ –¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk everything together thoroughly (no clumps—cornstarch needs friends).
- Funnel into a pint-size mason jar, seal tight, and give it a good shake.
- Single Serving (Mug or Bowl)
- 1 cup water
- 3 Tbsp dry soup mix
- Bring water to a simmer. Whisk in soup mix and cook 3–5 minutes, stirring often, until smooth and thick.
- Finish with butter or milk if desired.
- 4-Serving Meal Option (Stovetop)
- Perfect for grilled cheese night, storm dinners, or when everyone’s suddenly starving.
- You’ll need:
- 4 cups water
- ¾ cup dry soup mix
- Instructions:
- Bring water to a gentle boil in a saucepan.
- Whisk in dry soup mix.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer 5–8 minutes, stirring often, until fully thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Optional but cozy: stir in 2–4 Tbsp butter or ¼–½ cup milk or cream before serving.
Notes
This pint jar makes about 12 single servings or 3 full family meals, depending on how you use it.
Shake the jar before each use—this mix is meant to be fully blended, not layered. Shelf Life Up to 6 months when stored: In an airtight jar In a cool, dry pantry Away from heat, light, and moisture Why 6 months (not 12)? This mix contains powdered milk, which shortens shelf life compared to all-dry veggie or spice blends. Six months keeps flavor fresh and avoids that stale dairy note. If using nonfat powdered milk, you may safely push closer to 9 months with excellent storage. For longer storage, you can: Store without powdered milk, then add milk at cooking time Vacuum seal the jar Always shake before scooping—cornstarch and tomato powder like to settle.
Shake the jar before each use—this mix is meant to be fully blended, not layered. Shelf Life Up to 6 months when stored: In an airtight jar In a cool, dry pantry Away from heat, light, and moisture Why 6 months (not 12)? This mix contains powdered milk, which shortens shelf life compared to all-dry veggie or spice blends. Six months keeps flavor fresh and avoids that stale dairy note. If using nonfat powdered milk, you may safely push closer to 9 months with excellent storage. For longer storage, you can: Store without powdered milk, then add milk at cooking time Vacuum seal the jar Always shake before scooping—cornstarch and tomato powder like to settle.