Chef's Seasonal Soup Selection Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Sauté Vegetables

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

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Root Vegetables

   Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Incorporate Potatoes

   Add the cubed potatoes to the pot. Stir well to combine all vegetables.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Season

   Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer Soup

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

6. 6

   Remove Bay Leaves and Serve

   Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.