Instant Cheese Soup Mix
Warm up your taste buds with this quick and comforting Instant Cheese Soup Mix, a pantry-ready solution for busy weeknights or last-minute cravings. This DIY soup mix combines the rich, tangy essence of powdered cheddar cheese with the creamy base of nonfat powdered milk, thickened to perfection with cornstarch. Flavored with savory chicken bouillon (or vegetable bouillon for vegetarians), onion and garlic powders, and a dash of black pepper and dry mustard for a subtle kick, this mix delivers all the cheesy goodness you love in just minutes. Simply whisk it with water or milk, simmer to creamy perfection, and enjoy a velvety, homemade cheese soup that’s perfect as a quick meal, a dip for your favorite bread, or an indulgent topping for baked potatoes. Ready in under 5 minutes, this recipe is your ultimate comfort food hack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Powdered cheese (cheddar or a cheese blend)
- 1 cup Nonfat powdered milk
- 1 cup Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Chicken bouillon granules (or vegetable bouillon for vegetarian)
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dry mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered cheese, nonfat powdered milk, cornstarch, chicken bouillon granules, onion powder, garlic powder, dry mustard powder, black pepper, and salt (if using) until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to an airtight container or portion into individual-serving jars for storage. Label the container with the preparation instructions.
To prepare one serving of cheese soup: Measure 1/4 cup of the instant cheese soup mix into a small saucepan. Add 1 cup of water or milk (for a creamier soup).
Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer until the soup thickens and is smooth and creamy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired before serving. Serve hot with a side of bread, crackers, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 103.5 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.0 g | 315% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 10250 mg | 446% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.4 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.1 g | ||
| Protein | 97.7 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 2876 mg | 221% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2605 mg | 55% | |
*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.
