Cream of Anything Soup Mix

My Grandma always kept this cream of anything soup mix in her pantry and, let’s face it, every other recipe in the church cookbooks called for a can. As a kid I never understood why she wouldn't just buy a can. As an adult, I get it. Make your dollar stretch AND you control all that goes in it. Adjust to suit your taste but this is the basic recipe that works.

mason jar of dry soup mix, small bowl of prepared mix, yellow orange towel
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Cool Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 2 cups instant nonfat dry milk

  • 3/4 cup cornstarch

  • 1/4 cup chicken bouillon powder

  • 2 tablespoons dry minced onions

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Place 1 cup instant nonfat dry milk in a 1-liter mason jar with a tight-fitting lid.

  2. Add cornstarch, bouillon powder, minced onion, parsley, and pepper. Screw the lid on and shake until evenly combined.

  3. Add remaining cup dry milk. Screw the lid back on and shake again. Store in a cool, dark pantry until ready to use.

  4. To use: When a recipe calls for 1 can of condensed cream of soup, add 1/3 cup dry mix to a small saucepan. Whisk in 1 cup cold water.

  5. Place saucepan over medium high heat. Cook for 5 minutes, whisking constantly. Remove from heat; set aside for 5 minutes to cool and thicken. Use as you would for a recipe that calls for one can of soup.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

96 Calories
0g Fat
17g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 96
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 650mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 5g 11%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 178mg 14%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 261mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.