Description
A creamy and hearty Winter Warmer Soup packed with tender root vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for cozying up on cold days.
Ingredients
- Carrots: 2 large, diced
- Potatoes: 2 medium, diced
- Celery: 2 stalks, chopped
- Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Vegetable Broth: 4 cups
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Thyme: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon or to taste
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant. Stir in carrots, potatoes, and celery.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure the pot is large enough to comfortably hold all vegetables and broth.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Cook to Perfection: Blend half of the soup with an immersion blender for a creamy texture, keeping the other half chunky for bite.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls, garnish with a swirl of cream or extra thyme, and serve warm with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Blend carefully to keep some texture for visual appeal.
- Warm your serving bowls to keep the soup hot longer.
- Adjust seasoning gradually to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Winter soup, creamy vegetable soup, cozy soup recipe, root vegetable soup, hearty winter soup