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Does anyone have a recipe to make a substitute for cream of mushroom, chicken, etc. soup? I saw the recipe in a book one time and now can't find it. Homemade is supposed to healthier and cheaper.
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This is my soapbox!! I have found the recipe on the back of a package of dry milk. Once you try it, you will be hooked. It's at home, so I'll post it when I get back from lunch.
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here ya go, I found it on one of my previous posts.
Cream Soup Mix
2 C instant nonfat dry milk
3/4 C cornstarch
1/4 c reduced sodium chicken or beef bouillon
1/2 tsp dried crushed thyme & basil
1/4 tsp pepper
Combine all ingredients using a blender. Store in airtight container. Use as a replacement for canned cream soups in recipes. To substitute for one can of condensed cream soup, stir together 1/2 C dry mix and 1 cup water in saucepan. Cook and stir until thickened.
The original recipe calls for using 1/3 C mix & 1 C water, but I found that it didn't get quite thick enough. I also make it in the microwave. I use my 2 C pyrex measuring cup, and cook for 1 min. stir, repeat until thickened. It will thicken as it sits also. It usually takes about 3-4 minutes cooking time. I usually start first, that way, by the time you need it, it has thickened nicely. I have two jars mixed up in my pantry one for beef & one for chicken. I use the beef for cream of mushroom soup.
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Thank you - I'll try it soon!