Cream of Anything Soup
Cream of anything soup is a dry mix that can be made into Cream of Chicken Soup, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Cream of Broccoli Soup, etc. Which is why it is called Cream of “Anything” Soup.
What is a Cream of Anything Soup Mix?
It is the dry base mixture for cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, cream of broccoli soup, etc. It has all the needed ingredients, excluding the wet and fresh ingredients.
Why Make Your Own?
There are several reasons to make your own.
- By making your own mix, you are ensuring that there are no risky additives added to the ingredients. This means you are feeding your body foods that will fuel your body and not hinder it in the long run. Note: I get my non-toxic ingredients from here.
- It is much lighter to carry around then the canned cream of soups at the grocery store.
- It also takes up way less space. 1/3 of a cup of dry mix is equivalent to 1 can of store-bought can.
This soup can be used in…
I use this mix for casseroles, soups, and sauces. My favorite recipe to use this mix in is Green Bean Casserole during the holiday season.
Storage and Shelf Life
This mix should be stored in a cool, dry place/ preferably away from sunlight and also in an airtight container. I usually put an oxygen absorber in the container to help the mix stay fresh longer. By storing it this way, it will increase the shelf life of the product. This product (if stored properly) should last up to 6 months.
Ingredients
2 Cups Powdered Milk
3/4 Cup Cornstarch
1 Tsp Onion Powder
1 Tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 Tsp Dried Parsley
1/2 Tsp Dried Basil
1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients. Make sure all the ingredients are combined thoroughly. Store the mixture in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. I like to put oxygen absorbers in my mix to help the mix stay fresh longer. Thats it! Follow the directions below for cooking instructions.
Cream of Mushroom Soup: Mix 1/3 cup of mixture with 1 1/4 cup of water. Add 1/2 cup of cooked mushrooms or 1/4 cup of mushroom powder. Whisk until smooth and bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
Cream of Chicken Soup: Add 1/3 of mixture to 1 1/4 cup of chicken broth. Whisk until smooth and bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
Cream of Broccoli Soup: Add 1/3 cup of mixture to 1 1/4 cup of water. Whisk until smooth. Add 1/2 cup of cooked broccoli. Bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
Note:
- They are done when it gets to your desired consistency. If it is too runny, add more mixture. If it is too thick, add more water, milk or broth.
- Add salt or other seasonings as desired. This recipe is designed to have less sodium.
Common Questions:
How do you make a basic recipe using this mix?
You would take 1/3 cup of mix and add 1 1/4 cup of water or broth (depending on which cream of soup you were wanting to make) bring it to a boil and add your fresh ingredients (Broccoli, mushrooms, etc depending on which cream of soup you were wanting to make). Super simple and quick!
Can you make it dairy-free or gluten-free?
I have not tried to make a dairy or gluten free product yet but I’m sure you could switch out the milk for almond milk or other substitutes. This recipe is gluten free, no substitutions needed.
How does the taste compare to canned versions?
I honestly think it tastes better than the canned version but everyone has their own preference. The recipe does not have any salt, so I usually add salt as needed.
Can this mix be used as a substitute for any cream-based soup in recipes?
Absolutely! It does have a thickener in the recipe so it makes a nice creamy texture. Great for soups!
How much mix equals one can of store-bought cream soup?
1/3 cup of mix is equivalent to 1 can bought from the store.
What seasonings can be added for extra flavor?
I add salt for extra flavor, but you can add anything you think it might need to add flavor.
How do you thicken or thin it for different recipes?
To thicken it, add a little bit more mix. To thin it, add a little but more liquids (Water, milk or Broth)
Cream of Anything Soup
Cream of anything soup is a dry mix that can be made into Cream of Chicken Soup, Cream of Mushroom Soup, Cream of Broccoli Soup, etc. Which is why it is called Cream of "Anything" Soup.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Powdered Milk
- 3/4 Cup Cornstarch
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Dried Parsley
- 1/2 Tsp Dried Basil
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients. Make sure all the ingredients are combined thoroughly.
2. Store the mixture in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. I like to put oxygen absorbers in my mix to help the mix stay fresh longer.
3. Follow the directions below for cooking instructions.
Cream of Mushroom Soup: Mix 1/3 cup of mixture with 1 1/4 cup of water. Add 1/2 cup of cooked mushrooms or 1/4 cup of mushroom powder. Whisk until smooth and bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
Cream of Chicken Soup: Add 1/3 of mixture to 1 1/4 cup of chicken broth. Whisk until smooth and bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
Cream of Broccoli Soup: Add 1/3 cup of mixture to 1 1/4 cup of water. Whisk until smooth. Add 1/2 cup of cooked broccoli. Bring to a boil while stirring consistently.
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