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Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup

Creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup for Cozy Nights

This Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a warm, nourishing bowl packed with earthy flavors and creamy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced; substitute with shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Mixed Mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, button) or any preferred mixture
For the Soup
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth or chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese full-fat recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme dried can also be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring frequently for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 4 cups of mixed mushrooms and continue cooking for 8-12 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and add 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme. Bring to a boil, then let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, cool slightly for 5 minutes, and use an immersion blender to pulse the mixture 4-6 times.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of cottage cheese and blend for 30-45 seconds. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid washing mushrooms under water; instead, gently wipe them with a damp cloth.

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