Potato and Vegetable Soup (Printable)

A comforting soup with tender potatoes and seasonal vegetables, ready in under an hour for a nourishing meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 celery stalks, diced
04 - 1 medium onion, chopped
05 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
06 - 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Broth & Seasonings

08 - 6 cups vegetable stock
09 - 1 bay leaf
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
12 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
13 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Finishing Touches

14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
15 - 1 cup frozen peas
16 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in potatoes, green beans, and zucchini. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Pour in vegetable stock. Add bay leaf, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
05 - Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes and vegetables are tender.
06 - Stir in frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes more. Remove bay leaf.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms humble vegetables into something that feels special and nourishing
  • The broth becomes incredibly flavorful without any fancy techniques or ingredients
  • It makes enough for leftovers which taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Dont rush the initial vegetable sauté this step builds layers of flavor
  • Cut your vegetables into similar sizes so they cook evenly
  • The soup thickens as it sits so add a splash of water when reheating leftovers
03 -
  • Taste and adjust seasoning after simmering as flavors concentrate
  • If you want more protein add white beans or small pasta shapes
  • A splash of vinegar or lemon juice right before serving brightens everything
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