Homemade Cream Soup Base Mix

Cream soups are an ingredient in so many recipes. In an attempt to purchase fewer convenience items which can be highly processed, I came up with this cream of soup base recipe.

This soup mix is really simple to make yourself, and much tastier. This is the base for cream of anything soups that you'll find in lots of recipes. I've also included several soup modifications to try below.

This recipe will make the equivalent of 6 cans of soup. To store, purchase canisters at the Dollar Tree that are BPA free. You can also reuse an old mason jar or an old glass spaghetti jar.

A can of cream of soup costs around $1 at the grocery. This homemade version runs about $0.75 a serving or less if you are watching the sales or buying the ingredients in bulk at a wholesale club. Plus, you know exactly what is going into this mix.

Cream of Anything Soup Mix Ingredients

• 2 cups, Powdered Milk
• 3/4 cup, Cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp, Chicken Bouillon Powder
• 1 tsp, Onion Powder
• 1/2 tsp, Thyme
• 1/2 tsp, Parsley
• 1/2 tsp, Basil
• 1/2 tsp, Black Pepper

Cream of Anything Soup Mix Directions

1. Measure ingredients and place directly into container that you are going to store the mix in. Shake well to combine.
2. Store in a cool dark place, in an airtight container for up to 3 months, or in freezer for up to a year.

To Use:

Add 1/3 cup of mix to every 1 1/4 cups of water used in a recipe. If preparing in a saucepan, heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes.

Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup

Substitute equal amount of chicken broth for the water.

Homemade Cream of Celery Soup

Add 1/4 cup finely diced celery.

Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

Add 1/2 cup finely diced fresh mushrooms.

Homemade Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup

Add 1/2 cup broccoli diced and cooked.

Homemade Cream of Cheese Soup

Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

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