Homemade Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (2024)

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Make homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup with this easy recipe. It’s healthier and tastes better than Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup!

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There are so many easy shortcuts to use when cooking, but I really try not to use canned, processed ingredients whenever I can help it. They are extremely high in sodium, and the flavor is really bland.

I’ll show you how easy it is to make condensed soup from scratch. It is SO much better than using Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup, and it only takes 10 minutes to make this recipe!

Homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup

There are so many holiday recipes that call for a can of condensed soup. I mean, who doesn’t serve up the infamous French’s green bean casserole, right? That’s a mainstay tradition!

Trust me, you will feel great knowing that you can control the ingredients and the amounts used. Oh, and no more tiny pieces of rubbery mushrooms. This recipe uses fresh crimini mushrooms!

Ingredient notes and substitutions

  • Butter and olive oil– I use a combination of butter and olive oil for better overall flavor. You can make this recipe using all butter if you’d like.
  • All purpose flour– If you need a gluten free substitute, any 1 to 1 gluten free flour will work fine
  • Half and half– This ingredient is a combination of heavy cream and whole milk. I’ve heard that it isn’t readily available in the U.K. If you have trouble finding it, you can use whole milk instead.
  • Crimini mushrooms– These are also known as baby portobello, or baby bella mushrooms. They have a firm texture that holds up well to sauteing more so than white button mushrooms.
  • Chicken broth or stock– If you’d like to make your own, I have a recipe for chicken broth. Otherwise, I recommend using a low sodium stock or broth. Vegetable broth works as well.
  • Salt and pepper– As mentioned, one of the benefits of making homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup is that you can control the amount of sodium. If you want to omit the salt completely, feel free to do so!

What’s in Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup?

Here’s a little eye opening information on what’s hiding inside the can, and answers to commonly asked questions.

According to the ingredient and nutrition label, a 10.5 ounce can of traditional Campbell’s condensed mushroom soup has the following ingredients:

Water, Mushrooms, Vegetable Oil (Corn, Canola, And/Or Soybean), Modified Cornstarch, Wheat Flour, Cream, Contains Less Than 2% Of: Salt, Whey, Soy Protein Concentrate, Monosodium Glutamate, Yeast Extract, Dried Garlic, Natural Flavoring.

Interestingly, the label mentions sodium being less than 2 percent of the overall ingredients, yet the nutrition label says that 1/2 cup (just under one half of a can) of Campbell’s condensed mushroom soup has 880 mg of sodium! That’s more than one-third of the daily recommended intake of sodium!

See? Homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup is so much healthier than Campbell’s!

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Recipe notes

  • This will be thick, hence the condensed soup name. You can use this as a base for other dishes and your favorite recipes that call for the canned version.
  • If not using right away, allow to cool and store in an airtight jar and refrigerate. This recipe makes 1 1/2 cups, which is equivalent to a 10.5 ounce canned version.

Is condensed mushroom soup the same as cream of mushroom?


These two products aren’t identical, but they are very similar. Condensed cream of mushroom soup is a concentrated form of cream of mushroom soup. When you add a cup or two of liquid such as water, broth, or stock to condensed mushroom soup, it becomes cream of mushroom soup!

Can you eat condensed soup out of the can?


Condensed soup is meant to be prepared with a liquid to make soup. While you could eat it straight, the taste would be extremely rich, and the consistency would be too thick to be enjoyable.

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Homemade Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup

Make homemade condensed cream of mushroom soup with this easy recipe. Healthier and better flavor than Campbell's cream of mushroom soup!

Servings: 1

Prep: 5 minutes mins

Cook: 10 minutes mins

Total: 15 minutes mins

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Over medium heat in a large skillet add the butter and olive oil. When butter is melted add the mushrooms, onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally unit mushrooms are soft.

  • Sprinkle the flour over mushroom mixture, stirring to cook for 2 minutes. Whisk in the chicken stock, then the cream. Cook for 3 minutes on simmer. Season to taste with salt an pepper. This will be thick.

  • Use as you would a can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. If not using right away, allow to cool and store in an airtight jar and refrigerate. Makes 1 1/2 cups, the equivalent of a 15 ounce can of condensed soup.

Notes

  1. This recipe makes the equivalent of one can of Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup. Feel free to double the recipe if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 821kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 435mg | Potassium: 871mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1140IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 2.2mg

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

Course: Pantry Staples

Cuisine: American

Author: Kevin Is Cooking

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FAQs

Is there a difference between cream of mushroom soup and condensed cream of mushroom soup? ›

These two products aren't identical, but they are very similar. Condensed cream of mushroom soup is a concentrated form of cream of mushroom soup. When you add a cup or two of liquid such as water, broth, or stock to condensed mushroom soup, it becomes cream of mushroom soup!

How to make Campbell's cream of mushroom soup thicker? ›

You can leave it out and use cornstarch if you wish. I recommend 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with a ¼ cup of water (slurry). If unsure about what quantity will be best to your liking, add the cornstarch slurry in tablespoon increments, stirring in between, until you've achieved your ideal texture.

How to make Campbell's cream of mushroom soup better? ›

There are several herbs and spices that can enhance the flavor of canned cream of mushroom soup. Popular options include thyme, rosemary, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. These additions can add depth and complexity to the soup's overall taste.

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

Cream of chicken, celery, broccoli, or potato soup all work well as side dishes for any meal. On the other hand, you can use heavy cream, sour cream, or cream cheese combinations to substitute cream of mushroom soup as an ingredient in a recipe.

What makes cream of mushroom soup taste better? ›

Thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, and bay leaves work well with mushroom soup.

Why is Campbell's condensed soup unavailable? ›

The iconic Campbell's Condensed Soup brand will disappear from UK shelves for good next March, The Grocer can reveal. The 110-year-old soup brand - made famous by Andy Warhol's 1960s pop art prints - is to be rebranded as Batchelors and will carry a 'Soon to be Batchelors' message from next week.

Do you add milk or water to Campbell's cream of mushroom soup? ›

In a 4 quart pot, combine one can of soup and one can of water. Simmer over low heat, stirring often. For extra creamy, in a 4 quart pot combine one can of soup with 1/2 can of water and 1/2 can of milk.

Why does my mushroom soup taste bland? ›

If your mushroom soup tastes bland, it could be due to several reasons: Quality of Mushrooms: Fresh, high-quality mushrooms, especially wild varieties, tend to have a more pronounced flavor. Older mushrooms or ones that aren't as fresh might lack flavor.

Why does cream of mushroom soup get watery? ›

Watery cream soups can come from a couple of different reasons. One of them is that the thickener that was utilized (be it a fat and flour roux or a liquid and flour or corn starch slurry) was inadequate.

What are the ingredients in a can of Campbell's cream of mushroom soup? ›

WATER, MUSHROOMS, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, CANOLA AND/OR SOYBEAN), CREAM, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, MODIFIED MILK INGREDIENTS, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, TOMATO PASTE, FLAVOUR, YEAST EXTRACT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC. Nutritional Information is based on our current data.

Can you just eat cream of mushroom soup? ›

A bowl of our Cream of Mushroom Soup served with fresh baked bread is hearty enough to serve on its own, or you can beef it up with whatever's fresh in your kitchen. Condensed soups are also the perfect base for casseroles and starters for sauces, so your imagination is the limit.

What is the difference between condensed and regular soup? ›

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.

Why did my cream of mushroom soup separate? ›

Sustained high heat, such as those used in slow cookers or casserole dishes, can cause cream of mushroom soup to split. This is likely down to two factors. The first is the separation of the fats in the soup, supplied by cream, from the water content, which tends to occur when it gets too hot.

What is the difference between Campbell's cream of mushroom soup and golden mushroom soup? ›

Unlike cream of mushroom soup that is thicker in consistency and lighter in color, Golden Mushroom Soup has a beef and mushroom flavor that can be used for the preparation of sauces and savory mixtures to be combined with other foods.

Is mushroom bisque the same as cream of mushroom? ›

Mushroom Bisque is a stepped up version of cream of mushroom soup. It is smooth and rich with an earthy flavor. There is a small amount of cream but not enough to obscure the flavor of the mushrooms. Instead of using thickeners like corn starch or all purpose flour, the soup is pureed so it is thick without them.

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