Name: Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, diced; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 potato, peeled and diced; 1 zucchini, chopped; 2 tbsp butter; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1 cup heavy cream; Fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Description

This Creamy Vegetable Soup is a rich and velvety bowl of comfort, packed with wholesome vegetables such as carrot, celery, potato, and zucchini. Easy to prepare on the stovetop with simple ingredients, it’s perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner. Blended to a smooth consistency and enriched with heavy cream, it’s a warm, satisfying dish ideal for cozy days.

Ingredients

Vegetables

1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 potato, peeled and diced
1 zucchini, chopped

Soup Base

2 tbsp butter
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Finishing Touches

1 cup heavy cream
Fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Melt Butter: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter completely to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, chopped carrots, celery, potato, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to soften slightly but are not fully cooked.
Add Broth and Seasoning: Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle in the dried thyme. Stir to combine all ingredients well.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and cooked through.
Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup in the pot until it reaches a smooth and creamy texture, free of chunks.
Add Cream and Heat Gently: Stir in the heavy cream to enrich the soup. Heat gently over low heat to combine the flavors without boiling.
Season: Taste the soup and season it with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
Garnish and Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh chives, and serve immediately for the best flavor and warmth.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Add broccoli or cauliflower for added vegetable variety and nutrition.
Serve with crusty bread or crackers to make a more filling meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American