Gourmet Soup Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté Vegetables

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

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Broth

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Add Remaining Ingredients

   Add the diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

4. 4

   Finish with Greens

   Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Remove the bay leaf.

5. 5

   Serve

   Stir in the lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.