Its flavor largely depends on the type of tomatoes used—sour tomatoes can result in sour soup. To remedy this, add half a teaspoon of baking soda to a soup with a volume of about 1.3 gallons.

Tomato soup seems simple, yet its taste isn't always perfect. It often turns out just too sour. However, there are many ways to salvage this dish, making it as delicious as a homemade family meal.