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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Optional Add-ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
- 2
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Season the Soup
Add the bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to incorporate the spices.
- 5
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add Optional Ingredients
- 6
Add Chicken and Pasta (if using)
If you’re adding cooked chicken and/or pasta, do so at this point and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.
- 7
Add Spinach
Stir in the spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Serve
- 8
Final Touch
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 9
Dish Out
Ladle the soup into bowls or cups and serve hot.
