Bowl Of Soup And Half Ham And Cheese Sandwich Recipe

Soup Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

2. 2

   Add Carrots and Celery

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

3. 3

   Combine Broth and Tomatoes

   Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Season the Soup

   Add the dried basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

5. 5

   Add Spinach

   After simmering for about 15 minutes, stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt for about 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Taste and Adjust Seasoning

   Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Serve the Soup

   Ladle the soup into bowls and set aside while you prepare the sandwiches.