Condensed Cream of Soup Substitute Recipe - Food.com (2024)

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Submitted by amievv821

"I use this recipe as a substitute for the canned cream of soups in recipes. I almost never keep that stuff on hand, because its full of sodium, and just yucky. The recipe calls for chicken broth. I use chicken broth for the cream of chicken soup substitute. To make a heartier soup, like the cream of mushroom, I use beef broth. Sometimes I like to add in a little shredded chicken, sliced mushrooms, celery, etc. Use your imagination. I've never tried this soup by itself, I only use it in recipes, and its a great substitute!!! The recipe always tastes better than when I use the canned stuff. Enjoy!"

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Ready In:
10mins

Ingredients:
5
Yields:

1 can

Serves:
3-4

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ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 12 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 12 cup low-fat milk or 1/2 cup nonfat milk
  • salt and pepper

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directions

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Stir in flour; keep stirring until smooth and bubbly.
  • Remove from heat and add the chicken broth and milk, a little at a time, stirring to keep smooth.
  • Return to heat. Bring sauce to a gentle boil; cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
  • Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.
  • Use in casseroles in place of condensed cream soups.
  • Can be varied by using vegetable broth, sauteéd chopped celery, celery seed, or sauteéd chopped mushrooms.

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  1. I do this all the time except equal parts of butter and flour. it thickens up as it cools. I freeze in cubes and also 1 cup sizes to pull out as needed depending on the recipe. If you don't have time and want to add directly to your stew, gravy etc. to avoid lumps mix softened butter with flour (add chopped parsley/herbs if you like) and then stir the paste in. The butter melts into the hot liquid and keeps the flour from clumping as it's mixed in. I generally mix a half cup of each, use what I need and freeze the leftovers in ice cube trays to mix in as needed.

    Debby R.

  2. killer. except i had to increase the butter content to at least 3-4 tablespoons - adding as i stirred the flour because the roux kept looking like pizza dough. i sauteed mushrooms with a little scallion and garlic scape. used vege stock instead of chicken. for a pork chop sauce, i added another 1/2 cup of milk and the water from the sauteed mushrooms and man, was the sauce good. my husband loved the dish. i loved finding a killer soup base recipe! i'm trying to think of what else i can "cream" to add in this.

    gimme some spam

  3. I used this recipe a few days ago to make hamburger gravy. Instead of actually following the recipe's instructions, I just added the flour and margarine to the crumbled ground beef, followed by the liquids and let it thicken all together. I ended up adding a little extra bouillon granules to the finished product to get it tasting like my mom's. Once I was done tweaking the hamburger gravy with salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder, it tasted almost exactly like the version my mom makes with canned mushroom soup. Now, I doubt I'll ever have to buy cream of mushroom soup again! Thank you so much!

    ransomedbyfire

  4. This worked out well, with the modifications some others mentioned - equal amounts of butter and flour; making a paste out of softened butter and flour and just adding that to your dish. I'll for sure be using this "trick"again!!

    Linky

  5. Brilliant and a great sub!I am only giving this 4 stars, because, as others have stated, it needs more butter to work (even an extra tbl will make the world of difference!).I will never buy canned condensed soups for my casseroles again!

    Herb-Cat

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FAQs

What is a good substitute for cream of chicken soup? ›

directions
  • Over medium heat combine butter, onion, garlic, milk, heavy cream, and chicken broth in medium sauce pan until combined.
  • Add flour, salt and pepper and stir until it thickens. (About 3 minutes).
  • Just add more flour if you want it thicker.
  • Use in any recipe you need it for.

Can I use normal soup instead of condensed? ›

What's the Difference Between Condensed Soup and Regular Soup? Condensed soup is essentially soup boiled down to a thick stock, with most of the volume of water removed. If you took a can of regular soup and boiled it down to half the volume, you'd get the same thickness as condensed soup.

What can I use as a substitute for cream of mushroom soup? ›

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  • Dry Cream Soup Mix.
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Can I substitute cream of chicken for heavy cream? ›

Yes, using cream of chicken soup as a substitute for both chicken broth and heavy cream in a soup recipe can work, but it will alter the flavor and texture of the soup.

What is the best substitute for cream in soup? ›

12 Heavy Cream Substitutes
  • Milk and Cornstarch. ...
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  • Silken Tofu. Silken tofu can give you a great vegan replacement for heavy cream while adding a little extra protein to your dish.
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Can I use sour cream instead of cream of chicken soup? ›

Can you substitute sour cream for cream of chicken soup? If you're short on time and you don't have a can of cream of chicken soup, sour cream works just fine! It won't have a chicken-forward flavor, but one cup of sour cream creates the same texture and body as a can of cream of chicken soup.

Is condensed soup the same as cream soup? ›

What's the difference between "condensed onion soup", and "cream of onion soup"? Variety aside, a condensed soup requires a liquid — water, broth, milk — to reconstitute, that is, thin out. Any soup sold as “cream of” is ready, out of the container, to eat (heated, if you like) or use in a recipe.

Why can't I get Campbell's condensed soup? ›

But now the famous red and white cans of Campbell's Condensed Soup are to disappear from supermarket shelves across Britain. By the end of December all Campbell's cans will have vanished, to be replaced by ones with new labels bearing the message: 'Soon to be Batchelors. '

What is the point of condensed soup? ›

In the late 1800s soups were inexpensive to make but very expensive to ship. Dorrance realized that if he could remove soup's heaviest ingredient―water―he could create a formula for condensed soup and slash the price of soup from 30 to 10 cents per can.

What is the best substitute for cream of mushroom soup in green bean casserole? ›

Originally Answered: What is a good substitute for cream of mushroom in green bean casserole? Make a thick milk gravy using roux and salt and pepper. To that add 8 Oz sliced fresh mushrooms that have been gently sautéed in butter until tender. Use this in place of canned soup.

What is a dairy substitute for cream soup? ›

Coconut milk is a popular substitute for heavy cream in many soups, stews, and curries. Its consistency is similar to that of heavy cream or milk and can be added to recipes in a similar fashion.

Can I substitute sour cream for cream of mushroom soup? ›

Cream Soup Substitution Idea One:

Add sour cream instead. If a recipe calls for one 10 ounce can of cream of ________ soup, you can use one cup of sour cream instead.

What is a substitute for 1 cup of heavy cream? ›

If you have butter and milk (whole milk or even half-and-half work best), you can make your own heavy cream substitute. To make 1 cup of heavy cream, melt 1/4 cup of butter and slowly whisk in 3/4 cup milk. This works for most baking or cooking recipes that require heavy cream, but it will not whisk into stiff peaks.

What is a homemade substitute for heavy cream? ›

You can make a stand-in for the heavy cream called for in a recipe where it will be mixed with other ingredients. Melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter in a large glass bowl and gradually whisk in 3/4 cup whole milk or half and half. You'll end up with 1 cup of a cream substitute.

What is a substitute for condensed chicken broth? ›

Water makes a more than acceptable replacement for chicken stock in most soups, stews and sauces. Vegetable stock and Salted butter and water are also a good replacement for chicken stock. In a jar, “Better Than Bouillon” is the best.

What can I substitute for cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup? ›

I use chicken broth for the cream of chicken soup substitute. To make a heartier soup, like the cream of mushroom, I use beef broth. Sometimes I like to add in a little shredded chicken, sliced mushrooms, celery, etc. Use your imagination.

Can I substitute yogurt for cream of chicken soup? ›

If you're looking for a healthier alternative to cream of chicken soup, Greek yogurt is your best friend. Its thick and tangy consistency makes it an excellent substitute in many dishes.

Can I use milk instead of cream soup? ›

Cream and milk can be used as substitutes in soup recipes, but it will affect the texture and flavor of the soup. Milk is a thinner liquid than cream and is generally used to add a creamy texture to soups without the added fat content. It will also give a slightly tangy flavor to the soup.

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