Vegetable Soup

4/1/2025

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes

Description

A heartwarming bowl of traditional, hearty, homemade Vegetable Soup. Tender, succulent vegetables married in a robust and flavorful broth that warms you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 medium carrots, chopped
• 1 large bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups mixed vegetables (peas, corn, green beans, etc.)
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Ingredients

• Fresh Thyme (enhances earthiness and adds complexity to the flavor profile)
• Red pepper flakes (adds a spicy kick, emphasizing the sweetness of veggies, while cutting through their natrual bitterness)
• A tablespoon of vinegar (brings out the natural tanginess, while adding a burst of bright, fresh flavor)

Estimated Time

• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Cook time: 40 minutes

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté until onions become translucent.
3. Add the bell pepper and potatoes, continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the mixed vegetables, vegetable broth, bay leaves, dried basil, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
5. If using, add the optional ingredients now.
6. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Once finished, remove the bay leaves.
8. Serve hot, optionally garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme.

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