Shiitake Mushroom and Cheddar Soup

Shiitake mushrooms are widely used in traditional Chinese medicine and are believed to have various health benefits, including boosting the immune system.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Shiitake Mushroom and Cheddar Soup

Cooking Method: Simmering Cuisine: International Courses: Lunch, Soup, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Shiitake Mushrooms
• 1 medium-sized Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose Flour
• 4 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent.
2. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Slowly pour in vegetable stock while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Stir in milk and grated cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Serve hot and garnish with additional grated cheddar cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 4g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.