Best Classic Cream Soup Mix Recipes

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CREAM-STYLE SOUP MIX



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This easy soup mix is a wonderful substitute for canned cream soup in a recipe. It's great to have on hand for those nights when you need to whip up supper in a hurry. -DeAnn Alleva, Worthington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups (16 batches).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup mashed potato flakes
1/4 cup chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried celery flakes
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Use as a substitute for half of a 10-3/4-oz. can of condensed cream of chicken, mushroom or celery soup. , In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk 2/3 cup water and 3 tablespoons soup mix. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly, whisking occasionally. , For mushroom soup, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup sauteed sliced mushrooms. For celery soup, add 1/8 teaspoon celery salt or one sauteed sliced or chopped celery rib. , Homemade Cream-Style Soup Mix may be used to prepare the following recipes: Grilled Chicken with Cream Sauce and Seafood Thermidor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CREAM SOUP BASE



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This is a creamy soup base that will make many types of cream soup. Use your imagination and create a new soup.

Provided by Nell Marsh

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cubes chicken bouillon
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add flour and make a paste. Add milk and bouillon cubes. Cook over low heat until thickened. Add pepper to taste. Add more milk when adding the other soup ingredients, depending on the thickness you desire.
  • To this base you may add steamed broccoli and American cheese; or chunks of baked potato (peel and all) with American cheese, bacon pieces, and chives; or pureed, stewed tomatoes for a bisque; or leeks that have been cleaned well, steamed, and chopped; or cooked asparagus cut in pieces (if canned asparagus is used, add some of the liquid as well), topped with grated cheese and bacon pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 394.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CLASSIC ONION SOUP MIX



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You can prepare soup, make dips and even season meats with this handy mix from June Mullins of Livonia, Missouri. "My grandchildren really enjoy it as a coating on oven-roasted potatoes," she says. "It's an inexpensive substitute for the envelopes you get at the store."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup dried minced onion
1/3 cup beef bouillon granules
1/4 cup onion powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
FOR ONION SOUP:
4 cups water
FOR ROASTED POTATOES
6 medium potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup olive oil
FOR ONION DIP:
2 cups sour cream
Assorted raw vegetables, chips or crackers

Steps:

  • Combine the first 5 ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 4 batches (20 tablespoons total)., To prepare onion soup: In a saucepan, combine water and 5 tablespoons onion soup mix. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Yield: 3 servings., To prepare roasted potatoes: In a bowl, toss potatoes and oil. Sprinkle with 5 tablespoons onion soup mix; toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Yield: 6 servings. , To prepare onion dip: In a bowl, combine sour cream and 5 tablespoons onion soup mix; mix well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with vegetables, chips or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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