Best 7 Homemade Cream Soup Or Sauce Mix Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable world of homemade cream soup and sauce mixes, a culinary symphony of flavors that will transform your meals into extraordinary experiences. These versatile blends, crafted with carefully selected herbs, spices, and seasonings, are a treasure trove of culinary possibilities, allowing you to conjure up a symphony of creamy soups, rich sauces, and tantalizing gravies with effortless ease. From the classic cream of mushroom soup, a timeless favorite, to the velvety smooth cream of chicken, a versatile base for countless dishes, these soup mixes offer a delectable canvas for your culinary artistry.

Venture beyond the realm of soups and explore the enchanting world of sauces, where flavors dance and harmonize in perfect balance. The hearty brown gravy mix adds a robust dimension to your favorite meats, while the creamy alfredo sauce mix envelops pasta in a luscious embrace, creating a dish that is both elegant and comforting. And for those with a penchant for zesty flavors, the zesty spaghetti sauce mix infuses your pasta dishes with a vibrant Italian flair.

With these homemade cream soup and sauce mixes, you hold the key to unlocking a world of culinary delights, transforming ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where flavors come alive, textures intertwine, and every bite is a celebration of your culinary prowess.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CREAM SOUP MIX



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This easy-to-make soup mix is great to keep on hand for those nights you need to whip up a satisfying supper in a hurry. It's a great substitute for canned cream soup in a recipe. Or, add leftover chicken, asparagus or mushrooms, for example, and you'll have a steaming bowl of delicious soup in minutes.-Kay Beard, Vass, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups nonfat dry milk powder
3/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Store in an airtight container., For a condensed cream soup substitute: Whisk 1/3 cup mix and 1-1/4 cups water in a small saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. Use as a substitute for one 10-3/4-oz.-can condensed cream of chicken, celery or mushroom soup. , For 1-1/2 cups soup: Whisk 1/3 cup mix and 1-1/2 cups water in a small saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 557mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

HOMEMADE CREAM SOUP OR SAUCE MIX



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This is a great convenience to have in the cupboard, but it also is healthier and less expensive than canned soups and sauces. You have control over how much of what goes into your soup or sauce, and this recipe is gluten-free as well. It's basically just a white sauce, but I didn't think of putting that in a mix, and putting...

Provided by Amy Alusa

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c powdered non-fat dry milk
3/4 c cornstarch
1/4 c instant chicken bouillon (regular or low-sodium)
2 Tbsp dried onion flakes*
1 tsp basil, dried*
1 tsp thyme, dried*
1 tsp white or black pepper*

Steps:

  • 1. *You can substitute the herbs that you prefer, or wait to add them to the soup or sauce that you are making.
  • 2. Mix all the ingredients well and store in a tightly zipped Zip-Lock bag. This mix does not require refrigeration.
  • 3. If you want to gift this mix, you can use a recipe card for the gift card and include this recipe on it.
  • 4. Combine 1/3 cup of dry soup/sauce mix with 1 1/4 cups of cold water. Whisk until well blended.
  • 5. Cook and stir on stove top or in microwave until thickened. Add thickened mixture to casseroles as you would a can of soup (or just EAT it!!).
  • 6. This is another recipe I saw on different sites, but when I found it on this blog, I went with it as I have never been disappointed. http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2012/03/soup-or-sauce-sos-mix.html

CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP FROM SCRATCH



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I stopped using canned foods, so this is my alternative. This makes about 2 cans worth, and is perfect for casseroles!

Provided by BabyDollPie

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

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups chicken stock, divided
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
½ cup milk
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
⅛ teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 pinch ground allspice
1 pinch ground paprika
1 cup milk
¾ cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place 1 tablespoon of chicken stock in a saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the onion and garlic in the broth until they are softened, about 3 minutes. Pour in the rest of the broth and 1/2 cup of milk, and whisk in the salt, black pepper, parsley, lemon pepper seasoning, allspice, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and allow to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Whisk together the remaining milk and the flour until smooth, and whisk the milk mixture into the hot stock mixture. Keep whisking continuously to avoid lumps until the soup comes almost to a boil and thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 198.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CREAM OF MUSHROOM SAUCE



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The sauce is cream of mushroom soup and other common ingredients. Great served with meatballs over egg noodles. Super easy.

Provided by food friend

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ (10.75 ounce) can milk

Steps:

  • Whisk the cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, parsley, black pepper, Italian seasoning, chili powder, sugar, and milk together in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 854.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

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.

SOUP OR SAUCE MIX (SOS)



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Found online from the Utah State University Extension Service. This is similar to other dry cream of ?? soup mixes. Look for other recipes that call for this mix specifically. I will post the recipe numbers here after approved.

Provided by Kzim4

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 9 cans of soup

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups non-fat powdered milk
3/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup instant chicken bouillon
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a re-closeable plastic bag.
  • Store in plastic bag or air-tight container until ready to use. It does not need too be refrigerated.
  • To substitute for 1 can of cream soup in a casserole: Combine 1/3 cup of dry mix with 1 1/4 cups cold water.
  • Cook and stir on stove top or in microwave until thickened.
  • Add thickened mixture to casserole as you would a can of soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.4, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 185.4, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 14.3, Protein 9.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Toast the flour before adding it to the milk to prevent lumps.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add a splash of cream or milk for a richer flavor.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
  • Store the soup mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
  • The soup mix can be used to make cream soup, sauce, or gravy.

Conclusion:

Making your own cream soup or sauce mix is a great way to save time and money. It's also a great way to control the ingredients in your food. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and versatile mix that can be used in a variety of recipes. So next time you're short on time or just want to make something homemade, give this cream soup or sauce mix a try. You won't be disappointed!

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