Homemade Onion Soup (No Packet Needed)

Onion soup mix is a classic pantry shortcut that shows up in everything from dips to slow cooker meals. Many recipes call for the familiar store-bought packets, but it’s incredibly easy to make your own homemade onion soup mix using simple pantry ingredients.

This easy seasoning blend comes together in just a few minutes and works as a convenient substitute for packaged soup mix. It’s perfect for seasoning roasts, mixing into meatloaf, adding flavor to casseroles, or making the classic onion dip everyone loves.

Once you see how simple it is to make this homemade version, you may never need the packet again.

Homemade Onion Soup

This easy homemade onion soup mix is made with dried onions and simple spices. It works as a convenient replacement for store-bought onion soup mix packets and is perfect for dips, soups, roasts, and casseroles.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course: Seasoning mix
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tbsp dried minced onion
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp celery salt
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp pepper

Method
 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Stir until the spices are evenly mixed.
  3. Store the mixture in an airtight container.
  4. Servings: about 3 tablespoons (1 packet equivalent)

Notes

How to Use It
To replace one packet of onion soup mix, use about 3 tablespoons of this homemade mix.
It works well for:
  • onion dip
  • meatloaf
  • slow cooker roasts
  • casseroles
  • soups

Many classic recipes call for the popular onion soup mix packets made by Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix, but making your own version at home is quick and allows you to control the ingredients.

If you enjoy making seasoning blends at home, try my Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix or check out my Pantry Fixes for more packet-free staples.

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