Cottage Cheese Potato Soup

Hello again, cottage cheese lovers! We’re back with a meal that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. This Cottage Cheese Potato Soup, to be exact. It’s creamy (without an ounce of heavy cream in sight!), super filling, and packed with over 20 grams of protein per serving. Plus, it all comes together in one pot, which means minimal cleanup—a win on any night.

This is the kind of soup that’s perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch or a quick weeknight dinner. You can leave it as-is for a vegetarian option or toss in some shredded chicken if you want to add even more protein. Either way, it’s simple, satisfying, and exactly what we all need when the weather outside is gray and dreary.

Let’s Talk About How Easy This Is

Here’s how it goes:

• First things first––start off by whipping your cottage cheese. Make sure you’ve gotten all of the chunks out of it.
• Now it’s time to start your soup. Add the onions, garlic, and fresh thyme and sauté until it’s fragrant. There’s your flavorful base!
• Add in the cottage cheese, broth, potatoes, salt and pepper. Let it simmer until the potatoes are nice and tender.
• Toss in a couple of handfuls of kale, and give it a few minutes to wilt. That’s it! Dinner’s done.

Why Cottage Cheese Works So Well

Here’s what makes this soup stand out: instead of relying on heavy cream, sour cream, or butter, we’re using whipped cottage cheese. It gives the soup that same rich, creamy texture but with way more protein and less fat. And don’t worry—even if you’re not a fan of cottage cheese on its own, you won’t taste it here. Once blended, it’s completely smooth and takes on the flavors of the soup.

This trick works in so many recipes. If you’re loving the idea of sneaky, protein-packed meals, check out our Cottage Cheese Marry Me Chicken or Cottage Cheese Mac & Cheese —both creamy, both packed with protein, and both crowd favorites.

A Few Handy Tips

• Blend That Cottage Cheese: For the creamiest soup, make sure you blend the cottage cheese until it’s completely smooth. A blender or food processor works great.
• Taste as You Go: Potatoes love to soak up salt, so don’t be shy about seasoning. Add a little, taste, and repeat until it’s just right.
• Leftovers? Yes, Please: This soup reheats beautifully, so make a big batch and enjoy it all week.

This Cottage Cheese Potato Soup is everything we love about comfort food—simple, satisfying, and versatile. It’s a one-pot recipe that feels cozy enough for a quiet night at home but hearty enough to serve to friends or family. Plus, with the extra protein from the cottage cheese, it’s a meal that leaves you feeling full and nourished.

Ready to give it a try? Let us know what you think in the comments—we’re always looking for new ideas!

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