Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup
Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup blends tender mushrooms, onion, garlic, thyme, vegetable broth, and cottage cheese into a creamy stovetop bowl. It is a cozy protein-minded lunch or light dinner that works well for make-ahead weekday meals.
Equipment
- Large soup pot
- Immersion blender or countertop blender
- Cutting Board
- Chef's Knife
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound mixed mushrooms sliced, such as cremini, shiitake, or button
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat preferred
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat, then cook the diced onion for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, thyme, salt, and pepper, then cook until the mushrooms release liquid and become tender.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Blend the cottage cheese with about 1 cup of warm soup broth until smooth.
- Stir the blended cottage cheese into the pot and warm gently without boiling hard.
- Taste and adjust salt or pepper, then serve with chopped parsley on top.
Notes
Storage: Cool the soup and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring often and adding broth if needed.
Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months, but expect the dairy base to need whisking or blending after thawing.
Best Tips: Blend the cottage cheese with warm broth first for a smoother texture and easier mixing.
Variations: Add spinach, cooked farro, extra herbs, or a small splash of lemon juice before serving.
Serving Ideas: Serve with toast, salad, roasted vegetables, or a baked potato for a more filling meal.