Jul 14 2026
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Soup De Jour Recipe

Inspired by Ruth Ann's Restaurant
Time50m
Serves4

Make Soup De Jour Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Seasoning

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, carrots, celery, and potatoes into small, even pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 3

    Add Vegetables

    Add the minced garlic, carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Pour in Broth

    Pour the vegetable broth into the pot, ensuring all vegetables are submerged. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 5

    Season the Soup

    Add salt, black pepper, thyme, and the bay leaf to the pot. Stir well, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using, add the chickpeas and spinach to the pot. Stir and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  2. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaf, stir in the chopped parsley, and serve hot. Adjust seasoning if needed.

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