Description
Learn how to make your own rich and creamy condensed cream soup at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for using as a base in casseroles or soups, this homemade version is flavorful and versatile.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is bubbling but not browned.
- Slowly whisk in the broth, followed by the milk, continuing to stir until smooth.
- Add the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens to the consistency of condensed soup, about 3–5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- This recipe replaces one 10.5-ounce can of condensed cream soup.
- For variations, add sautéed mushrooms for cream of mushroom, or finely chopped cooked chicken for cream of chicken.
- You can double or triple the recipe as needed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
