I have a knack for creamy soups sans cream. Cashews are simply a dream. I’m a poet and I didn’t even know it! But seriously…if you’ve graced your face with my internet-famous Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Soup or Cashew Cream of Mushroom Soup, you that know packing in the veg, flavor, and texture is the name of the Hummusapien game. Heavy cream is so yesterday. It’s oh so creamy but still retains a delightful chunky texture. No purees here! Using frozen vegetables makes this soup an absolute breeze. Who has time to chop a zillion veggies when there’s pumpkins to carve?!
The low down on ingredients
Onion and garlic: We’re creating a strong flavor base with aromatics sautéed in extra virgin olive oil. Frozen veggies: No chopping, yay! I use a bag with carrots, peas, green beans, and corn. The corn especially adds delightful sweetness. You could also use a garden blend. I find cruciferous veg add lovely textural intrigue which is why I call for additional broccoli or cauliflower. If your florets are huge just try to chop them up a bit. Cashews: Raw cashews are best for mild, buttery flavor but roasted will work in a pinch. This is what makes our soup rich and velvety smooth. Yukon gold potatoes: I’ve learned these hold their shape better for when you want potato chunks that don’t fall apart like the russets in my Healthy Potato Soup. I do use russets in my Veggie-Loaded Vegetable Soup however, so use whichever you prefer! Broth: More rich flavor depth. I love the ease, concentrated umami, and affordability of Better Than Bouillon vegetable base. Dried thyme and oregano: Lovely spices that have the added benefit of making your house smell like Thanksgiving. If you’re not a thyme fan, you can totally omit it. Reduced sodium soy sauce: AKA my secret sauce. It adds not just much needed salt, but that well-rounded flavor. That extra something something, if you will.
Let’s make it!
Got leftovers?
You can indeed freeze cashew-based soup; just be sure to let it cool completely. I like to pour the cooled soup in a gallon freezer bag and freeze it laying flat. You can thaw overnight in the fridge.
I hope you’re as obsessed with this soup as I am!
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