Best Zucchini Cheese Soup Aka Vache Qui Rit Soup Recipes

ZUCCHINI CHEESE SOUP (A.K.A. VACHE QUI RIT SOUP)

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This is a children's favourite in France and has quickly become my children's favourite, here in Canada. I saw Laura Calder's "French Food at Home" show on Food Network Canada (foodtv.ca) where she prepared this quick and delicious recipe. You can substitute or add any vegetable you wish. I have found it is great made with broccoli or cauliflower and I sometimes add a couple of julienned carrots just to switch it up a bit. A fairly healthy soup because it is not loaded with cream, flour, butter or highly processed cheeses.

Provided by J. Ko

Categories Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 onion, finely sliced
2 lbs zucchini, chopped (if substituting broccoli or cauliflower use 4 generous cups, chopped)
2 cups chicken stock (or water or vegetable stock)
salt and pepper (to season)
1 pinch cumin (optional)
4 ounces vache qui rit Laughing Cow cheese (or Boursin or cream cheese)

Steps:

Put the zucchini and onion in a medium saucepan and add chicken stock. (The stock will not cover the vegetables.) Add salt and pepper, to taste, and cumin, if using.
Bring to a boil then lower heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove from heat, add cheese and puree. (An immersion blender works well and keeps dishes to a minimum.).
Gently reheat to serve.
NOTE: A herbed cream cheese, such as Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese with Garlic and Herbs, makes this soup really delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.3, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 41.6, Sodium 495.5, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 8.8, Protein 17.1

ZUCCHINI SOUP

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This is a great late summer soup when it starts to cool off and you have zucchini coming out your ears. This soup freezes beautifully. You can add chicken for a hearty soup. I got this recipe from The Dining Diva.

Provided by MigJ9063

Categories Onions

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cups chicken broth
5 zucchini, sliced
2 carrots, peeled and grated
1 medium onion, diced
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 garlic clove, minced
seasoning salt, to taste
salt, to taste
pepper
shredded zucchini
onion, carmelized

Steps:

In a large saucepan or stockpot, cook zucchini, carrots, onions in chicken broth about 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Transfer to a blender or food processor in small batches; blend well.
Add cream cheese a little at a time and continue blending until cream cheese is melted.
Adjust seasonings to taste and serve hot or cold. Garnish with shredded zucchini and caramelized onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.4, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 41.6, Sodium 651.7, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 8.4

MEXICAN ZUCCHINI CHEESE SOUP

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We can't wait to make this delicious, slightly spicy soup every summer when zucchini and squash are plentiful in our garden. We like to serve this soup with warm tortillas.

Provided by Always Cooking

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut in 1/4 inch slices
2 medium yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut in 1/4 inch slices
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (4.5 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
12 ounces processed cheese food, cubed
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a large pot, and saute the onion and garlic until tender. Season with oregano.
Mix in the chicken broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Mix in the zucchini, yellow squash, corn, and chile peppers. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
Mix the cubed processed cheese into the soup. Continue to cook and stir until cheese is melted. Season with pepper. Mix in the cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1829 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

CREAMY, CHEESY ZUCCHINI SOUP

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This zucchini soup is warm and creamy, perfect for fall or winter. Stock up and freeze when zucchini is in season. Perfect for low-carb diets!

Provided by Chair

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 pounds zucchini, trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 red bell peppers, finely chopped
1 ½ large red onions, finely chopped
1 bunch cilantro
3 cups heavy whipping cream
1 pound shredded Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

Put zucchini in large Dutch oven with a few inches of water. Simmer zucchini over medium-low heat until tender when poked with a fork, about 20 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer zucchini to a blender, leaving about 1 inch of water in the bottom of the pot.
Blend zucchini until no large chunks remain; return to the pot. Combine bell pepper, red onions, and cilantro in the blender; blend until no large pieces remain. Stir bell pepper mixture into the blended zucchini; add cream, Swiss cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat until warmed through and the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Fat 39.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 24.5 g, Sodium 372.9 mg, Sugar 6.6 g