Instructions: In a medium bowl, mix milk powder, onion flakes, cornstarch, bouillon, basil, thyme and pepper. Store in airtight container if you are going to use it later.

To make soup base, add 2 cups cold water to the mix in a large saucepan and stir constantly over medium heat until thick.

You can use this nonfat base to make any flavor cream soup by adding a main ingredient, such as mushrooms, celery, or onions.

If the soup is too thick, add a little more water and stir thoroughly, still over medium heat. You can add other seasonings if you like.

This makes 4 to 6 cups of soup, depending on what you add and how thin or thick you like it.

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