Homemade Cream Soup Mix
Cream soup mix is one of the biggest money-saving pantry staples you can make. It replaces canned cream soups in casseroles, slow cooker recipes, pasta dishes, and pot pies while reducing packaging and giving you more control over the ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered milk
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 chicken bouillon cube, crushed
- 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Whisk all ingredients together until evenly combined.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry pantry.
To Replace One Can of Cream Soup
- Combine 1/3 cup of the mix with 1 1/4 cups cold water.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Use in place of one can of condensed cream soup in your favorite recipes.
Kid Chef Tips
- Whisk the cornstarch well so it doesn't clump.
- Always mix with cold water before heating.
- Stir continuously while cooking.
- Add cooked mushrooms, celery, or chicken to create different soup varieties.
One Mix = Many Meals
| Use It In... | Examples |
|---|---|
| Casseroles | Chicken, tuna, broccoli, rice casseroles |
| Slow Cooker Meals | Chicken, pork chops, roast beef |
| Pot Pies | Chicken or turkey pot pie |
| Pasta Dishes | Creamy chicken pasta and baked casseroles |
| Soup Base | Create cream of chicken or mushroom soup |
Looking for another option? Try this homemade cream of chicken soup substitute for casseroles and pot pies.
Money-Saving Tip
One batch of homemade cream soup mix can replace several cans of condensed soup. Keep a labeled jar in your pantry and you'll always have a quick base for casseroles, soups, and slow cooker meals without making an extra trip to the grocery store.
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