The Popular Soup Mix That Takes Roasted Vegetables From Drab To Fab - Tasting Table

"Potatoes, especially, are a blank canvas that begs for seasoning to make them pop. Salt and pepper are the old standbys, and ingredients like garlic, paprika, rosemary, and red pepper flakes can add a new flavor dimension. But if you want to try something that will impart a real savory umami punch, try seasoning them with French onion soup mix before roasting."

"Coat your chopped vegetables in oil, then toss them in the onion soup mix. The cornstarch helps the seasoning stick and gives the coating more body as it absorbs moisture from the vegetables. By the time they are done, the vegetables will have formed a thin, flavorful crust, which is an advantage this mixture has over traditional seasonings. There are plenty of ways to use onion soup to season your dishes."

French onion soup mix contains onion, salt, cornstarch, sugar, and soy sauce, which combine to add sweetness, saltiness, and umami to roasted vegetables. Onions and sugar balance bitter vegetables like turnips and Brussels sprouts, while salt and soy enhance carrots and potatoes. Coat chopped vegetables in oil, toss with the soup mix, and roast so the cornstarch helps the seasoning adhere and forms a thin, flavorful crust. Additional cornstarch increases crispiness toward a tempura-like finish. The dried mix provides strong flavor and may eliminate the need for extra salt.

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