High Protein Cottage Cheese Tomato Soup

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (or butter)
  • 1 large yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 teaspoons garlic (minced)
  • 56 ounces diced tomatoes (blend first if you prefer a smoother soup)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (organic)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons oregano (dried)
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme (dried)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
  • Heavy cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Heat the ghee or butter in a large Dutch oven over medium to medium high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
  3. 3
    Add the minced garlic and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and fresh basil.
  5. 5
    Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. 6
    Stir in the blended cottage cheese until fully incorporated and creamy.
  7. 7
    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. 8
    Serve warm, topped with extra basil and a drizzle of heavy cream if desired.
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