Description
This creamy vegetable soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with fresh veggies and a silky texture. It’s simple to make, yet incredibly flavorful and nourishing. Perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly evening or to share with your loved ones, this soup will quickly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Cook Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Once the vegetables are soft, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer the soup to a blender in batches, then return it to the pot.
- Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk, and season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Serve: Once heated, serve the soup hot, topped with freshly chopped herbs or a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
Notes
- Make Ahead: This soup can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It actually tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.
- Freezing: To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop when ready to serve.
- Customization: Feel free to add in your favorite vegetables or swap out the heavy cream for a dairy-free alternative like coconut milk. You can also add cooked chicken or beans for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food