2 c. dry milk
3/4 c. cornstarch
1/4 c. instant chicken bouillon
2 tbsp. dried onion flakes
1 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. pepper

Combine all ingredients. Store in a jar. Makes 3 cups, equal to 9 cans of condensed soup. To use: combine 1/3 cup dry soup mix and 1 cup water. Cook until thickened.

Optional additions: chopped mushrooms, celery, chicken