Romanian

Urdă and Mushroom Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of urdă cheese
- 1 pound of mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Blender or immersion blender

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown.
3. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
6. Return the soup to the pot and add the urdă cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese has melted and the soup is creamy.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat for sautéing, boiling, and simmering.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4-6 people.

Nutritional information:
Calories: 280
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 12g
Sodium: 800mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Urdă cheese can be substituted with ricotta cheese or cottage cheese.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or milk.

Variations:
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
- Add diced potatoes or carrots for a heartier soup.
- Use different types of mushrooms such as shiitake or portobello for a different flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Be careful when blending hot liquids as they can splatter. Let the soup cool for a few minutes before blending.
- If the soup is too thick, add more broth or cream to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in individual bowls and garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs.

Garnishes:
- Sour cream
- Chopped fresh herbs such as thyme or parsley
- Croutons
- Grated Parmesan cheese

Pairings:
- Crusty bread
- Salad with a vinaigrette dressing
- Grilled chicken or fish

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread
- Caesar salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thin, add more cheese or cream to thicken it.
- If the soup is too thick, add more broth or cream to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the mushrooms thoroughly to avoid any potential foodborne illness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
Urdă cheese is a traditional Romanian cheese made from sheep's milk. It has a crumbly texture and a slightly sour taste.

Flavor profiles:
This soup has a creamy and savory flavor with a hint of tanginess from the urdă cheese.

Serving suggestions:
Serve this soup as a starter for a dinner party or as a comforting meal on a cold day.

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Region: Romanian

Taste: Savory, Earthy, Creamy, Nutty, Umami