Cup Of Soup Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Broth

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the vegetable or chicken broth, diced tomatoes, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

3. 3

   Simmer the Soup

   Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally.

4. 4

   Finish with Herbs

   Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

5. 5

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with slices of baguette on the side.