Description
A collection of comforting and delicious soup recipes inspired by Natasha’s Kitchen, perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped vegetables (e.g., potatoes, green beans)
- 1 cup cooked pasta or rice (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add chopped vegetables and cook until tender.
- If using, stir in cooked pasta or rice.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a creamier soup, add a splash of cream or milk before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cozy Soup Recipes, Natasha’s Kitchen, Comfort Food, Soup Recipes