Cream Of Whatever Soup Recipe

Say goodbye to expensive, processed canned soups! This healthy and budget-friendly Cream of Whatever Soup is ready in minutes and transforms any dish. Use it as a creamy base for casseroles, soups, stews, or elevate it into classic cream of mushroom, celery, or chicken soup with simple additions. Its incredible versatility makes it a kitchen essential. Get creative and discover endless flavor possibilities!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 107.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cream Of Whatever Soup

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How to Make Cream Of Whatever Soup

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, creating a smooth paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, adding a little at a time to prevent lumps. Stir continuously.
  5. Once the milk is fully incorporated, reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in 1 teaspoon of dried herbs (such as thyme, oregano, or a blend).
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Remove from heat and let the soup simmer gently for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  8. Use immediately as a soup base for casseroles, stews, or other recipes. For cream of mushroom, add 1 cup of sliced mushrooms in step 5. For cream of celery, add 1/4 teaspoon celery seed in step 5. For cream of chicken, stir in 1 chicken bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon granules) in step 6.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

25g

Carbs

2g