Jun 09 2026
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Soup Of The Day Recipe

Inspired by Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Time1h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Optional Add-Ins

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent. Then add the minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, and diced potatoes. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. 2

    Add the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.

Seasoning

  1. 3

    Season the Soup

    Add salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and the bay leaf to the pot. Stir well and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

Add Optional Ingredients

  1. 4

    Incorporate Optional Add-Ins

    If using, add the beans, chopped spinach or kale, and pasta or rice to the soup. Allow to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the add-ins are cooked through.

Finishing Touches

  1. 5

    Serve

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and serve the soup hot in bowls. Enjoy your delicious soup of the day!

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