Rich & Creamy Mushroom-Potato Chowder
Description
This Rich & Creamy Mushroom-Potato Chowder is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines earthy mushrooms and hearty potatoes with a surprisingly luscious, dairy-free base made from pureed soft tofu and soymilk. Aromatics like onion, garlic, celery, and green bell pepper are sauted until fragrant, then simmered with fresh dill and tarragon for a bright, herbal finish. The result is a thick, velvety soup that feels indulgent yet remains light and plant-based.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the margarine and vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced celery, and diced green bell pepper. Saut for about 3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Stir in the sliced mushrooms and continue to saut for another 3 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
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Add the cubed potatoes, soymilk, dill weed, tarragon, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a near boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
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While the soup simmers, blend the soft tofu in a blender or food processor until completely smooth and creamy.
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Stir the pureed tofu into the pot. Simmer uncovered for 2-3 more minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 432.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.3g15%
- Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
- Cholesterol 3.6mg2%
- Sodium 5025.4mg210%
- Total Carbohydrate 72.6g25%
- Dietary Fiber 9.7g39%
- Sugars 18.8g
- Protein 19.8g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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