Description
Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a creamy, comforting plant-based soup made with fresh mushrooms, plant-based cottage cheese, and savory herbs. This soup features a rich texture and deep earthy flavor, perfect for cozy meals and quick preparation. It offers a wholesome and satisfying taste that is easy to customize for different preferences.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based cottage cheese
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (a mix of cremini and button mushrooms), cleaned and sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms and Aromatics: Start by cleaning and slicing your fresh mushrooms. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and brown nicely to develop a rich, earthy flavor.
- Add the Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in fresh thyme, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mushrooms to become tender while infusing the broth with savory goodness.
- Blend the Soup for Creaminess: Take half of the soup mixture and carefully transfer it to a blender. Add the plant-based cottage cheese and a small amount of natural gelling agent for thickness. Blend until smooth and creamy, then return it to the pot, stirring to combine evenly.
- Final Simmer and Adjust Seasoning: Allow the soup to simmer gently for a few more minutes to thicken and heat through. Taste and adjust your seasonings as needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not skip sautéing the onions and mushrooms to build a deep, caramelized flavor.
- Blend half the soup to achieve a creamy texture while keeping some mushroom pieces for bite.
- Season gradually and taste often to avoid over-seasoning.
- Use a natural gelling agent to ensure perfect consistency without wateriness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Cooking on stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mushroom soup, plant-based, vegetarian soup, creamy soup, quick dinner, cozy meal
