Top-Rated Bouillon Cubes and Soup Base Starters of 2021
In a pinch for chicken stock? No need to fret, bouillon cubes and soup starters are here to save the day! These handy little packs have become more than just an afterthought for serious chefs, with new and improved options hitting the market. Even the saltiest of cynics can't deny that the convenience, storage, and price points make them a worthy kitchen companion.
Traditionalists may argue that nothing beats a homemade chicken stock, but that argument loses steam when you consider the vast range of flavors you can create with bouillon. Companies like BOU offer a variety of flavors, such as standard chicken, beef, and vegetable, as well as more inventive options like mushroom gravy, roasted garlic, ginger miso, and cinnamon coconut miso.
As we dive headfirst into the heart of winter, here are some top-notch bouillon cubes and non-stock soup starters that you can add to your cupboard for all soup season long.
BOU Mushroom Gravy Cubes
Don't sleep on bouillon for kicking up the flavor in soups, stews, sauces, or even seasoning your chicken or burgers. MSG-free and available in a variety of flavors, this mushroom-based bouillon is vegan and adds a tasty, umami boost to your meals. Shop Now!
Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base
This concentrated chicken stock fancies itself as just that – better than bouillon. No-nonsense label aside, the other side of the jar reveals it's made with real chicken and less salt than most chicken bases. Add to Cart
Instant Pot Tuscan Lentil Soup Starter
This starter does more than just kickstart your soup – with just tomatoes and broth, you can have a simple and delicious lentil soup on even the chilliest of nights. Buy Now
BOU Vegetable Boullion Cubes
For those classic French vegetable soups or to get your post-Thanksgiving turkey soup simmering, this vegetable bouillon offers a versatile, herb-infused flavor. A no-salt-added version is also available. Shop Now
Better Than Bouillon Chili Starter
Forget the hassle of measuring and mixing multiple spices and seasonings for chili – this shortcut ensures you'll always have the perfect blend of hot, smoky, and salty chili spices handy for game day. Buy Now
So the next time you find yourself in a soup-er pickle, reach for a bouillon cube and let the flavorful magic work!
- For a tasty twist on your soups or stews without the hassles of making a homemade chicken stock, consider using MSG-free BOU Mushroom Gravy Cubes, vegan and offering an Umami boost to your meals. Shop Now!
- If you're looking for a better solution to ordinary bouillon, Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base, made with real chicken and less salt, might be just what you need. Add to Cart.
- During the chilly winter nights, opt for the Instant Pot Tuscan Lentil Soup Starter that requires only tomatoes and broth for a simple, yet flavorful lentil soup. Buy Now.
- When making classic French vegetable soups or post-Thanksgiving turkey soup, BOU Vegetable Bouillon Cubes can provide a versatile, herb-infused flavor. A no-salt-added version is also available. Shop Now.
- To save time and effort measuring and mixing multiple spices for chili, consider Better Than Bouillon Chili Starter for a perfect blend of hot, smoky, and salty chili spices, perfect for game day. Buy Now.
Darned, you might even find bouillon cubes and soup starters more convenient than the traditional homemade chicken stock!
