Why make this recipe
Soup is a comforting dish that warms you from the inside. It’s perfect for any time of the year, but especially in cooler months. Making soup at home lets you control the ingredients, flavors, and consistency. With countless variations, there’s a perfect soup recipe for everyone!
How to make {name}
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish
Directions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the broth, followed by the cubed potatoes, green beans, and diced tomatoes.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
How to serve {name}
Serve your soup hot in a bowl. It pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side salad for a wholesome meal. You can also add a sprinkle of cheese or a dollop of sour cream for extra flavor.
How to store {name}
Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it. Pour the cooled soup into freezer-safe containers and store it for up to 3 months.
Tips to make {name}
- For a creamier soup, blend a portion of it with a blender or immersion blender before serving.
- Add more veggies or beans for extra nutrition and texture.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to personalize the flavor.
Variation
You can easily make this soup vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can also add proteins like shredded chicken or cooked sausage for a heartier meal.
FAQs
1. Can I make this soup in advance?
Yes! This soup actually tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Keep it in the fridge and reheat when ready to serve.
2. What can I do with leftover soup?
Leftover soup can be frozen in individual portions. This way, you can enjoy a quick meal whenever you like!
3. Can I use frozen vegetables?
Absolutely! Frozen vegetables are a great time-saver and work well in soups. Just add them at the same time you would fresh vegetables.
Comforting Vegetable Soup
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A warm and hearty vegetable soup perfect for any time of the year. This recipe is easy to customize to suit your taste with various vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the broth, followed by the cubed potatoes, green beans, and diced tomatoes.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a creamier soup, blend a portion of it with a blender or immersion blender before serving. You can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg