Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe
Creamy vegetable soup is a delicious and comforting dish made by simmering a variety of vegetables in a creamy base. It's a versatile recipe that allows you to use a wide range of vegetables, making it a great way to use up leftover produce.
Here's a basic recipe to get you started
Ingredients:
✔2 tablespoons butter or oil
✔1 onion, chopped
✔2-3 cloves garlic, minced
✔3-4 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, potatoes, broccoli, peas, etc.), chopped
✔4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
✔1 bay leaf
✔1 teaspoon dried thyme or other herbs of your choice
✔Salt and pepper to taste
✔1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
✔Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1: Heat the butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and saute for
a few minutes until it becomes translucent.
2: Add the minced garlic and saute for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3: Add the mixed vegetables to the pot and stir to combine with the onion and garlic. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
4: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Add the bay leaf and dried thyme (or other herbs of your choice). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6: Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard it.
7: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the soup in batches to a regular blender and blend until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids.
8: Return the blended soup to the pot and place it over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half, and let the soup heat through. Do not let it come to a boil once the cream is added.
9: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
10: Serve the creamy vegetable soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Feel free to customise this recipe by adding your favourite vegetables and seasonings. You can also make it healthier by using low-fat milk or substituting some of the cream with Greek yogurt. Enjoy your homemade creamy vegetable soup!
