Jul 14 2026

Soup Du Jour Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

hot soup of the day: chef's selection! comes in a cup or bowl

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the Vegetables

    Add the diced carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.

  3. 3

    Pour in the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Simmer the Soup

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

  2. 5

    Season the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. If using, stir in the drained beans and chopped spinach or kale. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.

Garnishing and Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Ladle the soup into cups or bowls, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

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