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Cream of Mushroom Soup Substitute Recipe

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This Cream of Mushroom Soup Substitute is a simple and flavorful alternative to traditional canned cream of mushroom soup. Made from fresh diced white button mushrooms, milk, flour, and low sodium chicken broth, it’s seasoned with onion and garlic powders for a comforting, creamy texture and rich taste. This substitute works perfectly in casseroles, sauces, or any recipe requiring cream of mushroom soup.

Ingredients

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Mushroom Base

  • ½ cup white button mushrooms, diced small

Liquid Ingredients

  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth

Thickening and Seasoning

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mushrooms: Dice the white button mushrooms into small pieces to ensure they cook evenly and blend smoothly into the soup base.
  2. Mix Flour and Milk: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and whole milk. Whisk well until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps; this will serve as the thickening agent for the soup.
  3. Cook Mushrooms: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add a small amount of oil or butter and sauté the diced mushrooms until they are tender and slightly browned, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add Seasonings and Broth: Sprinkle the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the mushrooms. Pour in the low sodium chicken broth slowly while stirring, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  5. Incorporate Flour-Milk Mixture: Gradually pour the flour and milk mixture into the saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat until it thickens to a creamy consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Simmer and Adjust: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for an additional 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
  7. Serve or Use in Recipes: Remove from heat. Use this cream of mushroom soup substitute immediately in your recipes or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • This substitute is best used fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • You can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make the recipe vegetarian.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with a plant-based milk and ensure the broth is dairy-free as well.
  • Adjust the thickness by varying the amount of flour to milk mixture based on your preferred consistency.
  • Add a small amount of butter or olive oil when sautéing mushrooms to enhance richness and flavor.

Keywords: Cream of Mushroom Soup Substitute, Mushroom Soup, Creamy Mushroom Sauce, Homemade Soup Substitute, Low Sodium Soup Substitute

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