Soups Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Other Vegetables

   Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Combine with Broth and Tomatoes

   Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Simmer the Soup

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

5. 5

   Season the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.