Description
Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a comforting and nourishing dish that combines earthy mushrooms and creamy cottage cheese into a velvety soup. This gluten-free, high-protein recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish. Indulge in the rich umami flavors while enjoying a bowl that not only warms your body but also satisfies your hunger. Serve it as a cozy starter or a hearty main dish alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious meal option or simply craving something delicious, this soup is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups mixed mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown (about 10 minutes).
- Pour in the vegetable broth, add thyme, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency.
- Mix in the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg