As the chill of autumn sets in, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of warm, creamy vegetable soup to provide comfort and warmth. This recipe combines a medley of vegetables, including carrots, celery, potatoes, and peas, with a rich cream base, creating a soup that’s not only comforting but also bursting with flavor. Topped with homemade aromatic croutons, this dish transforms a classic vegetable soup into an extraordinary meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner or as a hearty lunch, this soup will satisfy your cravings for something warm, delicious, and nourishing.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
3 stalks of celery, chopped
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
350 grams frozen peas
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Red pepper, to taste
Oregano, to taste
A pinch of nutmeg
Fresh thyme or rosemary, a few sprigs
Vegetable broth, enough to cover the vegetables
120 ml (1/2 cup) cream
For Aromatic Croutons:
2 slices of bread, cubed
Olive oil
Salt, to taste
Dried garlic, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese
Red pepper, to taste
Oregano, to taste
Preparation Time:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Cooking Instructions:
Preparing the Soup:
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