How To Freeze Soup

Soup Anytime You Want!

We’re big fans of soup here at Lil’ Luna and love making them all year round! Soups are perfect for big batches that you can save for later and there are so many different kinds to choose from! Some of our favorites are Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup, Broccoli Cheese Soup, and Crock Pot Baked Potato Soup. It’s so convenient to have soup on hand and ready to thaw whenever we need it, which is why we love freezing soup. There’s something so comforting about cozying up at home with a delicious bowl of soup! The good news is, we’ve got tons of soup recipes to choose from! Whether you’re looking for a soup that’s healthy, easy to make, or made in the crockpot, we’ve got you covered!

Freezer-Friendly Soups

While we love freezing soup, not all soups freeze the same! It’s important to know which soups will keep and reheat well. Some soups can still be frozen, but you might need to add certain ingredients after reheating to get the best flavor and texture.

Soups with dairy. Dairy can separate, curdle, or become grainy after freezing. Soups with pasta or rice. Pasta and rice can become mushy and absorb too much liquid after being frozen and reheated. Soups with potatoes. Potatoes can become grainy, mealy, or waterlogged after freezing. Soups with delicate vegetables. Think squash, zucchini, and leafy greens. These vegetables can turn mushy or lose their texture when frozen and reheated. Soups with seafood. Seafood can become tough, rubbery, or develop an off-flavor after freezing.

Soups like Beef Stew, bean, and tomato-based varieties freeze well because their flavors deepen over time, and they keep their texture when reheated. Vegetable soups, such as Minestrone, and bean soups, like Black Bean or lentil, keep their consistency without becoming mushy. Tomato-based soups, like Roasted Tomato Soup or Chili, also hold up nicely, making them ideal for freezing and enjoying later.

Supplies

Freezer-safe containers – Choose containers made of plastic, glass, or silicone that are specifically designed for freezing. Make sure they have airtight lids to prevent freezer burn! Here are a few of our favorites: Plastic freezer containers – These are 17oz and perfect for storing individual portions of soup. Large soup freezer containers – These are 32oz for larger portions. Ziploc freezer bags – Ziploc bags are great for storing soups—just be sure to get the freezer-safe ones. Resealable plastic bags are perfect for saving space since they can be laid flat in the freezer. Use quart-sized for smaller portions and gallon-sized for larger portions. Souper cubes – These are a fantastic option for freezing soup in perfectly portioned sizes. The sturdy silicone trays make it easy to pop out individual servings when you’re ready to reheat Labels and markers – You’ll want to be sure to label the type of soup and the date it was made to keep track of freshness. Ladle – Having a ladle will make your life so much easier when you’re filling your containers with soup. Funnel – This item is optional, but if you’re filling freezer bags, it will save you from making a mess!