Ingredients

3tbspbutter,or olive oil

3tbsprice flour

¾cupchicken broth,or vegetable broth

½cupmilk,dairy or non-dairy

¼tspdried thyme

¼tspdried parsley

salt,to taste

pepper,to taste

¼cupcooked chicken,shredded or chopped

¼cupcelery,diced

¼cupwhite mushrooms,chopped

Preparation

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. If using, add the chicken, celery, or mushrooms and sauté until the vegetables are soft, or the chicken is warm. Add the rice flour and whisk until the flour just starts to brown.

Add the broth and milk while whisking and bring to a boil.

Boil until thickened.

Use immediately in any recipe calling for canned condensed soup or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.