1983
Trisha Anderson creates her homemade Eleven Bean Soup for a local holiday market.
It sells out. Frontier Soups is born.
1984–2000
What starts at a basement ping pong table—where Trisha and her kids hand-pack soup mixes for $0.05 a bag—quickly grows through holiday bazaars and word-of-mouth.
In 1991, Trisha debuts at her first specialty trade show, the Fancy Food Show in New York City. Demand builds, and the business outgrows its first (and then second) production spaces.
2000–2013
By now, Frontier Soups can be found in Mom & Pop shops across the country. As online shopping grows and consumers begin paying closer attention to ingredients, more people discover Trisha’s homemade approach to soup. Before long, buyers from larger retailers start taking notice, too.
2014–2017
Sons Matt and Jon step in full-time, leaving their previous careers to join the family business. Together, they help scale operations and expand distribution across the U.S. and Canada.
2018–2025
The company evolves into Anderson House, with Frontier Soups as its flagship brand. While the name changes, the heart stays the same—same recipes, same standards, same commitment to quality.
Matt and Jon continue to focus the business on its roots: simple, honest food and a closer connection to customers, both online and through select specialty retailers.
2026
On May 8th, Trisha celebrated her 80th birthday. While no longer part of the day-to-day operations, she remains closely involved in recipe development—the place where her passion has always lived.
Today
We remain proudly family owned and operated, dedicated to helping home cooks create gourmet-quality meals with ease.
So go ahead—gather your people, set the table, and let something good simmer.
A Seat at Your Table
We believe great soup starts with great ingredients—and ends with great memories.
Being part of your kitchen is something we never take for granted.
From our house to your home—welcome to Anderson House.
KEEP EXPLORING
From hearty classics to quick weeknight favorites, discover soup mixes made with real ingredients and homemade flavor.
Send comfort by the spoonful with thoughtfully curated gift boxes perfect for holidays, hosts, and everyday surprises.
Beyond soup bowls—explore crowd-pleasing dips, warm breads, and easy mixes made for gathering and sharing.
Recipes, kitchen inspiration, behind-the-scenes stories, and creative ways to make every meal a little more memorable.
OUR MISSION
Helping home cooks create wholesome, gourmet-quality meals with ease—using real ingredients you can see, recognize, and feel good about serving.