Today’s #SundaySupper is a Squash Fest. This is perfect for late summer as I had big gorgeous zucchini growing in the backyard. I have made this Zucchini Cheese Soup many many times. The recipe is written out by my mother on a scrape piece of paper and was given to her by her friend Kathrine many many years ago. Katherine is married to a French man named Francois and that is where this recipe originated, France. It is a very simple soup that highlights zucchini perfectly.
This French soup is a favorite with children in France. It is called La Vache Qui Rit Soup in France, The Laughing Cow. I think I have made it every late summer for as long as I can remember. You can serve it with a crusty bun or a little light garlic toast. Add a big side salad and you have a delicious vegetarian meal.
You usually use a broth for soup but this one is just water which is different. I don’t think I would like it with broth, it is such a delicate soup, the stock would be over bearing then.
Zucchini Cheese Soup
Ingredients
- 8 cups large diced zucchini
- 1 large garlic clove slightly crushed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 triangles of plain soft white processed cheese The Laughing Cow, La Vache Qui Rit
Instructions
- Place zucchini and garlic in a pot and just cover with water. Simmer until very tender, 15 min. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Using a handheld mixer blend until smooth. Add the cheese and blend again. Let the froth subside and serve hot.
Nutrition
I am so looking forward to all the wonderful recipes we have here today. I love all kinds of squash and they are so perfect for fall, really good nutritious comfort food!!
Starters – Appetizers & Cocktails:
- Bourbon Pumpkin Pie in a Glass from Confessions of a Culinary Diva
Pickles & Relish:
- Zucchini Pickles from Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Zucchini Relish from Magnolia Days
Soups & Salads:
- Creamy Dairyfree Zucchini Soup from The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Pumpkin Soup with Bacon and Persimmon from Culinary Adventures with Camillia
- Tofu Vegetable Soup from What Smells So Good?
- Zucchini Cheese Soup from Noshing with the Nolands
Main Dishes
- Beef, Butternut & Potato Pie from Cindy’s Recipes and Writing
- Chorizo-Stuffed Zucchini from La Cocina de Leslie
- Italian Sausage Zucchini Lasagna from Curious Cuisiniere
- Risotto with Butternut Squash, Chicken and Sage from Cooking Chat
- Sausage and Farro Stuffed Acorn Squash from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
- Sesame Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles) from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Spaghetti Squash Casserole from Shockingly Delicious
- Spinach and Mushroom Quiche with Spaghetti Squash Crust from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Stuffed Red Kuri Squash from Food Lust People Love
- Zucchini-Corn Pancakes from The Weekend Gourmet
Side Dishes:
- Cheesy Thyme Baked Acorn Squash from An Appealing Plan
- Creamy Baked Acorn Squash from Simply Gourmet
- Grilled Zucchini and Corn Succotash from Take a Bite Out of Boca
- Kabocha no Nimono (Simmered Acorn Squash) from A Mama, Baby and Shar Pei in the Kitchen
- Roasted Kabocha Squash from Peaceful Cooking
- Sweet and Savory Roasted Delicata Squash and Pear from Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Zucchini Succotash Cobbler with Cornbread Topping from The Wimpy Vegetarian
Sweets to Start or End the Day:
- Chocolate Zucchini Bundt Cake from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Chocolate Zucchini Coffeecake with Chocolate Crumb from Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
- Chocolate Zucchini Pancakes from Brunch with Joy
- Granny’s Zucchini Bread from Pies and Plots
- Pumpkin Cheesecake French Toast Roll Ups with Pumpkin Spice Dipping Sauce from Chocolate Moosey
- Pumpkin Cookie Butter Cinnamon Buns with Cookie Butter Glaze from Grumpy’s Honey Bunch
- Pumpkin Pie Layer Cheesecake Bars from Wallflour Girl
- Vegan Pumpkin Spice Cookies from Killer Bunnies Inc.
- Zucchini Lemon Ginger Bread from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
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Comments & Reviews
Marlene @Nosh My Way says
Tara: I have got to give this recipe a try. I have made potato and cauliflower cheese soup before, but never truied zucchini. On my list of recipes to try.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thanks Marlene, we always love, even better with zucchini from the garden!!
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says
What a simple soup to get my cheesey zucchini fix in a pinch. What do you mean by ‘processed cheese triangles’?
Noshing with the Nolands says
The brand is The Laughing Cow, La Vache Qui Rit. Thanks Gwen.
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
A big bowl of this is what I am looking for right now!! I don’t care what the weather is outside, this is just gooooood!!
Noshing with the Nolands says
If you can stand it, it is going to snow for us this week. It is boiling today but will start to plummet over night.
Alice says
with some seriously garlic – garlic bread, I’m making this for my family! My girls are going to die when they see how much zucchini goes into this – they LOVE zucchini!! 😉 Thanks for sharing!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
Love handed-down recipes! This sounds really great and love using zucchini for soup!
Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says
This soup looks amazing Tara! I love that the recipe was passed down from you Mom those are always the best!
Patty Haxton Anderson says
I do love the simplicity of the soup allowing the zucchini to shine!
Shaina says
I can’t believe this only needs 3 ingredients. I love simple recipes like this one!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
When I was little my French grandmother would make a similar soup. Her English wasn’t the best but I do remember her telling us – heavily accented – “You’ll laugh like a cow.” I never got it until today! Thanks for the fond memories.
I think she used a bit of stock in hers along with the water.
Betsy @ Desserts Required says
I love the simplicity of this recipe as well as the story behind it. Handwritten recipes handed down to me are the ones I treasure the most.
Christy @ Confessions of a Culinary Diva says
What a delightful soup. I’ve made a similar version, but yours looks so light and delicate – perfect for late summer!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
You had me at cheese! What a great soup! It looks so light and refreshing!!
Krayl @ An Appealing Plan says
You had me at garlic bread!
This looks perfect as a chilled soup or warmed up on a Sunday! Looking forward to making it.
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
A big bowl of this is what I am looking for right now!! I don’t care what the weather is outside, this is just gooooood!!
Alice says
with some seriously garlic – garlic bread, I’m making this for my family! My girls are going to die when they see how much zucchini goes into this – they LOVE zucchini!! 😉 Thanks for sharing!
Liz says
Such a simple recipe, Tara…but not lacking in flavor! Beautifully done, my friend!
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thank you so much Liz, this is one of my favorite recipes!
Patty Haxton Anderson says
I do love the simplicity of the soup allowing the zucchini to shine!
Renee says
This is the perfect example of how a few simple ingredients can come together to make a lovely bowl of soup.
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thank you Renee, we sure do love it.
Christy @ Confessions of a Culinary Diva says
What a delightful soup. I’ve made a similar version, but yours looks so light and delicate – perfect for late summer!
The Ninja Baker says
LOVE 1. that your recipe was passed on to you by your mother 2. that you continue to make it 3. that it’s French, do-able and looks like a guaranteed sourire when served =)
Noshing with the Nolands says
Thank you so very much Kim! Mom was not a cook so I don’t have lots of her recipes but this is one I do make all the time!!