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Vegetable Soup

Fri, 8 August 2025

Vegetable Soup

Vegetable Soup

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30–40 minutes

Total Time: ~45–55 minutes

 

Ingredients:

? 3 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced

? 5 medium-sized carrots, peeled and sliced

? 1 medium-sized onion, chopped

? 1 clove of garlic, minced

? 750 ml vegetable stock

? 1 knob of butter (for cooking the onion)

? Salt and pepper, to taste

 

Optional: fresh herbs (like parsley or thyme) for garnish

 

Method:

1. Prepare the vegetables:

  • Dice the potatoes.
  • Slice the carrots.
  • Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  • Sauté the aromatics:
  • In a large pot, melt the knob of butter over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Cook the vegetables:

  • Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot.
  • Stir to coat with the butter and aromatics for 2–3 minutes.

3. Add the stock:

  • Pour in the 750 ml of vegetable stock.
  • Stir and bring to a boil.

4. Simmer:

  • Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover.
  • Simmer for 25–30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

5. Season and blend (optional):

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Leave chunky or blend for a smooth texture.

6. Serve:

  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with herbs if desired.

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