Description
Discover the secrets to making a comforting, homemade clear soup recipe the whole family will love. This simple, yet flavorful soup is packed with fresh vegetables and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
– 2 celery stalks, sliced
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 2 bay leaves
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. – In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. – Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. – Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. – Pour in the broth and add the bay leaves and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
5. – Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
6. – Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
7. – Serve the clear soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
– For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken.
– Add cooked chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken for a heartier meal.
– Customize the vegetables to your liking, such as adding spinach or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American