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Healthy Homemade Substitute for Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 1 ¼ cups
  • Diet: Low Salt

Description

This Healthy Homemade Substitute for Cream of Mushroom Soup is a simple, wholesome alternative that combines fresh mushrooms, milk, and chicken broth to create a creamy, flavorful base perfect for soups, casseroles, and sauces. Made without canned preservatives, this recipe is easy to prepare on the stovetop and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ½ cup white button mushrooms, diced small
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the white button mushrooms thoroughly and chop them into small pieces to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
  2. Make Milk-Flour Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the whole milk and all-purpose flour until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. This will act as a thickening agent in the soup substitute.
  3. Simmer Base Ingredients: Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the low sodium chicken broth, diced mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a low boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Incorporate Milk-Flour Mixture: Slowly pour the milk and flour mixture into the saucepan while whisking constantly. This will prevent lumps and help create a smooth, creamy texture.
  5. Thicken the Mixture: Continue to simmer on low heat, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. This usually takes a few minutes.
  6. Finish and Store: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool. Use immediately as a substitute in recipes or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • Use low sodium chicken broth to control the salt content.
  • The thickness can be adjusted by simmering longer or adding more milk.
  • This substitute works well in casseroles, soups, and sauces as a creamy base.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Ensure constant whisking when adding the milk-flour mixture to avoid lumps.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and use within one week to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Soup Substitute
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/healthy-homemade-substitute-for-cream-of-mushroom-soup-recipe/