Comforting One-Pot Creamy Vegetable Soup
This comforting one-pot creamy vegetable soup is packed with healthy vegetables and a rich, creamy broth. It's perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth, add potatoes, mixed vegetables, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Do not let the soup boil after adding cream.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For an extra boost of flavor, you can roast the vegetables before adding them to the pot. This soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze, omit the heavy cream and stir it in after reheating.