It’s an instant upgrade to many of my favorite dishes.

As a mom of two, that thought seems laughable now.

That moment changed everything for me.

Dollar Tree storefront

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It acts as a versatile, “quick fix” flavor-booster for a variety of dishes.

You might be skeptical about shopping for groceries at the Dollar Tree.

As a professional “food person,” I certainly was.

Continental Chef Onion Soup and Dip Mix box over a colorful background

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Not everything they stock is a win.

And I’m happy to say that I’ve found some premium products!

This humble box quickly became a reliable little helper in my kitchen lineup.

It’s versatile and cheap, and a little of it makes some of my favorite dishes tastea lotbetter.

It’s got a great balance of savory, salty, and slightly sweet oniony goodness.

Unlike other brands I’ve tried, it doesn’t taste like I just licked a salt block.

It’s seasoned well, letting the onion flavor shine through without being overwhelming.

Each box contains three one-ounce packets, so I always have a flavor boost on hand.

You’ll be pleasantly surprised at these affordable pantry finds.