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Homemade vegetable soup can be on the table in under an hour, with all the goodness and nutrients of fresh vegetables. This vegetable soup recipe is flexible;you can vary the ingredients to match what you have on hand, creating an inexpensive lunch or dinner. This page will help you learn how to make vegetable soup and customize it to your taste.
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Introduction
- A pot of soup on the stove enriches the house with wonderful smells while its cooking. Vegetable soup is a healthy and inexpensive meal that comforts the soul as well as feeds the body.
Step 1: What You'll Need to Make Vegetable Soup
- Gather the following kitchen tools and ingredients to make 6 servings of vegetable soup:
Vegetable Soup Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 cup of chopped onion
- 1/2 cup of chopped celery
- 1 cup of chopped carrot
- 2 cups of additional chopped vegetables such as green beans, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes, or turnips
- 5 cups of chicken, vegetable, veal, or beef stock
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Step 3: Tips for Making Vegetable Soup
- Add 2 cloves of garlic with the vegetables, if desired
- Additional herbs, such as chives or marjoram, can be used to enhance the flavor of the soup.
- Use a beef stock when using more robust vegetables like turnips and tomatoes; use a veal stock for a more delicate flavor.
- Canned broth can be substituted for stock; you'll need less salt.
- If the soup is too thick, add more stock until it's the desired consistency.
- Noodles or rice should be cooked separately, and added to the soup immediately before serving.
- Shredded cooked chicken or beef can be added for a more substantial soup.
Step 2: How to Make Vegetable Soup
- Melt the butter, or heat the oil over low heat.
- Add the vegetables and sauté for about 10 minutes, until softened.
- Add the stock, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
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