Description
Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a comforting and creamy dish that blends smoked turkey bacon, fresh herbs, and plant-based cheeses for a rich yet earthy flavor. This easy-to-prepare soup is perfect for chilly days, offering a velvety texture and a savory depth from mushrooms and smoky bacon, brightened by fresh thyme and parsley.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (plant-based)
- 1 cup plant-based cheese
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Turkey Bacon and Aromatics: Crisp the smoked turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until browned and fragrant. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the rendered smoky fat in the pot. Add finely chopped onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent and aromatic, forming the soup’s flavorful base.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their moisture and become tender and golden, intensifying their natural umami flavor.
- Deglaze and Add Broth: Pour a splash of apple cider vinegar (natural) into the pot to deglaze, lifting the browned bits from the bottom. Then add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to create the soup base.
- Blend and Add Dairy Elements: Blend the cottage cheese (plant-based) and plant-based cheese together until smooth and creamy. Stir this mixture into the simmering broth along with the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and natural gelling agent. Simmer gently, stirring often to prevent sticking and to achieve a silky texture.
- Finish with Herbs and Bacon: Fold in fresh thyme leaves and chopped parsley for an herbal lift. Break the crispy smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces and stir into the soup or sprinkle on top for smoky bursts in every spoonful.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.
- Maintain a gentle simmer to meld flavors without curdling the cheese.
- Ensure the cottage cheese and plant-based cheese are blended thoroughly for a smooth soup.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their bright taste.
- Adjust soup consistency with vegetable broth to thin or natural gelling agent to thicken as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: cottage cheese mushroom soup, smoked turkey bacon soup, creamy mushroom soup, plant-based cheese soup, comforting mushroom soup
