diff --git a/soups/vegetable-soup.md b/soups/vegetable-soup.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..417bb44 --- /dev/null +++ b/soups/vegetable-soup.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +# Vegetable soup + + +## Ingredients + +- 1 tablespoon olive oil +- 1 onion, chopped +- 2 garlic cloves, minced +- 2 carrots, sliced +- 2 celery stalks, sliced +- 1 zucchini, chopped +- 1 potato, peeled and diced +- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes +- 4 cups vegetable broth +- 1 bay leaf +- 1 teaspoon dried thyme +- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil +- Salt and pepper to taste +- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) + + +## Instructions + +1. **Heat oil**: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. +2. **Sauté vegetables**: Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. +3. **Add carrots and celery**: Stir in the sliced carrots and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes. +4. **Add remaining vegetables**: Add the chopped zucchini, potato, and the can of diced tomatoes (including the liquid). +5. **Pour in broth**: Stir in the vegetable broth, bay leaf, thyme, and basil. Bring to a boil. +6. **Simmer**: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. +7. **Season**: Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf. +8. **Serve**: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.