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Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup

Creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup for Cozy Nights

This creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a delicious, high-protein comfort food ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or use olive oil for a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced; shallots or white onions can substitute
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 pound Mixed Mushrooms Sliced; use favorites like cremini or button
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth Chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat preferred; ricotta can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or 1 tablespoon fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for 8-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  4. Allow the soup to cool slightly, then blend with an immersion blender for a creamy texture.
  5. Incorporate cottage cheese and blend until smooth.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting for flavor.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use an immersion blender for best texture; avoid soaking mushrooms, wipe clean with a damp cloth.

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