Cream of Soup Substitute Mix
Elevate your homemade cooking with this versatile Cream of Soup Substitute Mix—a quick and healthy alternative to canned cream soups! Made with pantry staples like nonfat dry milk powder, cornstarch, and a blend of flavorful spices including dried thyme and basil, this mix is perfect for adding rich creaminess to casseroles, soups, and sauces without the extra sodium or preservatives. Ready in just five minutes, it’s stored conveniently in an airtight container and can be used on demand—simply whisk it with water and heat for a silky, homemade cream soup base. Ideal for meal preppers, those with dietary restrictions, and anyone looking to add a personal touch to their recipes, this DIY mix is a must-have cooking hack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Nonfat dry milk powder
- 0.75 cup Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium chicken bouillon powder
- 2 tablespoons Dried onion flakes
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon White or black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the nonfat dry milk powder, cornstarch, chicken bouillon powder, dried onion flakes, dried thyme, dried basil, and pepper.
Whisk the ingredients together thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
Transfer the mixture into an airtight container or jar for storage. Label it with the name and usage instructions for reference.
To use as a substitute for one 10.5-ounce can of cream soup in a recipe, combine 1/3 cup of the dry mix with 1 1/4 cups of cold water in a saucepan.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and becomes smooth (about 4-5 minutes). Use immediately in your recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 2320 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1702 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2304 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
