Soups By The Quart Recipe
Our delicious soups, sold hot by the quart.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetables
Seasonings
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 2
Add the Broth
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cooking
- 3
Add Vegetables
Add the cubed potatoes, chopped green beans, diced tomatoes, and fresh spinach to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 4
Season the Soup
Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the soup. Stir well and let the soup simmer for about 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If using, stir in the shredded cooked chicken for added protein and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- 6
Serve
Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.
