Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe SnakeBite RestaurantSoup Of The Day Recipe

Soup Of The Day Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Rotating specialties made in house by our culinary team. Served with toasted pesto bread or garlic butter sourdough.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Toasted Bread

Method

Soup Preparation

  1. 1

    Sautéing Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 2

    Adding Garlic and Spices

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add the salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and bay leaf, stirring to combine.

  3. 3

    Adding Broth and Tomatoes

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice). Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

  4. 4

    Simmering the Soup

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes to allow flavors to meld. If using, add shredded chicken, spinach, or chickpeas during the last 5 minutes of simmering.

  5. 5

    Final Seasoning

    Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Toasted Bread Preparation

  1. 6

    Preparing the Bread

    While the soup is simmering, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 7

    Making Pesto Toast

    Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto on each slice of sourdough bread. Place the slices on a baking sheet.

  3. 8

    Butter and Season

    In a small bowl, mix softened butter with garlic powder. Spread the garlic butter mixture on the other side of the bread slices.

  4. 9

    Toasting the Bread

    Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the bread is golden and crispy. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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