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Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup Recipe

4.4 from 91 reviews

This creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup combines the rich earthiness of mixed mushrooms with the smooth texture of blended cottage cheese, creating a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, button), sliced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked

Finishing & Garnish

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until foaming. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 4-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  2. Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 8-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Allow the mushrooms to release their liquid and develop golden-brown edges, which enhances the soup’s flavor.
  3. Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the vegetable broth and add thyme. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes to concentrate the flavors.
  4. Partial Blending: Remove the pot from heat and let the soup cool for 2-3 minutes. Use an immersion blender to pulse 4-6 times to partially break down the mushrooms while keeping some chunks for texture.
  5. Incorporate Cottage Cheese: Add the cottage cheese to the soup and blend for 30-45 seconds until the soup is completely smooth and creamy.
  6. Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use a mix of mushrooms like cremini, shiitake, and button for a depth of flavor.
  • Full-fat cottage cheese gives the best creamy texture, but you can substitute with low-fat if preferred.
  • Be careful not to over-blend; leaving some mushroom texture adds character to the soup.
  • Feel free to add a splash of cream or a drizzle of truffle oil for extra richness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup, Creamy Mushroom Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Easy Mushroom Soup Recipe