Slow Cooker Vegetable and Cheese Curd Soup

Name: Slow Cooker Vegetable and Cheese Curd Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 240 min
Total time: 255 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Quebecois
Ingredients: 1 large onion (chopped); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 cups carrots (sliced); 2 cups celery (sliced); 3 cups potatoes (peeled and diced); 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 250 grams cheese curds; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

255 min 6 servings Easy

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Slow Cooker Vegetable and Cheese Curd Soup

A deliciously comforting soup featuring fresh vegetables and squeaky cheese curds, slow-cooked to perfection for a rich and hearty meal.

Prep

15 min

Cook

240 min

Total

255 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Embrace the comforting warmth of Quebecois cuisine with this Slow Cooker Vegetable and Cheese Curd Soup. This dish combines the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables with the unique squeak of cheese curds, slow-cooked to meld the flavours beautifully. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup requires minimal preparation and lets the slow cooker do the work. The result is a hearty and satisfying meal that brings a touch of rustic charm to your dinner table.

Ingredients

Servings

Soup Base

Finishing Touches

Instructions

Prepare the vegetables

Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the carrots and celery. Peel and dice the potatoes.

Pro tip: Use a sharp knife to ensure even chopping and slicing for consistent cooking.

Assemble in slow cooker

Place the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes in the slow cooker. Pour in the vegetable broth.

Pro tip: Layer the ingredients evenly to ensure thorough cooking.

Season the soup

Add the dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.

Pro tip: Stir gently to distribute the seasonings throughout the vegetables.

Cook on low

Cover and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.

Pro tip: Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain a consistent temperature.

Add cheese curds

Stir in the cheese curds and let them warm through for about 5 minutes.

Pro tip: The cheese curds should be added just before serving to retain their squeaky texture.

Garnish and serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Pro tip: For added flavour, drizzle a bit of olive oil or a dash of hot sauce over the top.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavour.</li><li>Add the cheese curds at the end to retain their texture.</li><li>Adjust the seasoning to taste after cooking.</li><li>For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before serving.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

Serve this soup with a crusty baguette or a side of garlic bread for a complete meal. Pair it with a light salad for added freshness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove to preserve the integrity of the cheese curds.