Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCaffe Gelato RestaurantFeatured Soup Recipe

Featured Soup Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

cup

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids

Herbs and Spices

Optional Additions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash, peel (if necessary), and dice the onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking. Mince the garlic.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

  2. 3

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.

  4. 5

    Season the Soup

    Add the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

  5. 6

    Simmer

    Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and other vegetables are tender.

  6. 7

    Finish the Soup

    If using, stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice just before serving. Remove the bay leaf.

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