Jun 09 2026
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Homemade Soup Of The Day Bowl Recipe

Inspired by Johnny Cascone's Italian Restaurant
Time40m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Base

Vegetables & Protein

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Vegetables

    Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 3

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Pour in the vegetable broth, add the bay leaves and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  2. 4

    Incorporate Remaining Ingredients

    Once boiling, add the diced potatoes, chopped green beans, diced tomatoes, and rinsed lentils. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.

  3. 5

    Finish with Spinach and Seasoning

    Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Soup

    Remove bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy warm.

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