Ann Symons
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Homemade Cream Soup Base Mix

Pantry staple equivalent to 6 cans of cream soup. Use for cream of chicken, celery, mushroom, broccoli cheese, or plain cheese.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups powdered milk
  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp parsley
  • ½ tsp basil
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Steps

  1. Measure ingredients into your storage container. 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.
  3. To use: Add ⅓ cup mix to every 1¼ cups water. In a saucepan, heat over medium heat, whisking constantly; bring to a boil and cook 2 minutes.
  4. Cream of Chicken: Use chicken broth instead of water.
  5. Cream of Celery: Add ¼ cup finely diced celery.
  6. Cream of Mushroom: Add ½ cup finely diced fresh mushrooms.
  7. Cream of Broccoli Cheese: Add ½ cup diced cooked broccoli and 1 cup shredded cheddar.
  8. Cream of Cheese: Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.