Name: Comforting One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1 cup green beans, chopped; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a lighter version); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for garnish; Bread for serving

Description

A warm and nourishing soup, perfect for chilly days, made with fresh vegetables and a creamy texture.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup green beans, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a lighter version)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for garnish
Bread for serving

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
Add carrots and celery, cooking until softened.
Stir in zucchini and green beans, cooking for a few more minutes.
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat and add heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and accompanied by bread.

Notes

Feel free to add more vegetables based on what you have on hand. Spinach, kale, or peas work well! For a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking. If you want a thicker soup, you can blend part of it with an immersion blender.