Progresso Soup, Rich & Hearty, Broccoli Cheese With Bacon

Progresso Rich & Hearty Broccoli Cheese With Bacon is a shelf-stable canned soup you’ll spot in the canned soup and prepared foods aisle, shelved near other condensed and ready-to-heat soups, broths, boxed macaroni & cheese and canned vegetables. It reads as a convenient comfort-food option for shoppers seeking quick warm lunches or easy dinners. Typical occasions include a rushed weeknight meal, game-day snacking or stocking panstries for storm prep. The brand positions itself as approachable and family-friendly — familiar supermarket branding, a “Rich & Hearty” callout and appetizing photography that emphasize indulgence and convenience rather than health; there are no organic certifications and few “natural” claims beyond identifiable ingredients like broccoli and cheese. The label leans into a comfort-food halo (cheesy, hearty, bacon-studded) which can feel reassuring even though the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and texturizers. In plain terms, this product is produced with multiple processed ingredients and stabilizers to ensure consistent texture, shelf life and flavor. Sensory notes: expect a creamy, velvety base with small dried-and-rehydrated broccoli florets, ribboned cheddar-like cheese impressions and smoky bacon bits; mouthfeel is thickened (modified starch, proteins) and slightly glossy from oils and emulsifiers. Packaging is an 18-ounce can easy to open and heat on the stove or microwave; ritual use often involves ladling into a bowl, pairing with crackers or grilled cheese, and eating at the table or on the couch. It sits firmly in mainstream American grocery culture as a quick, comforting, ready-to-serve option.