Jul 14 2026
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Soup Recipe

Inspired by Tower Café
Time50m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Broth

Seasonings

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Peel and chop the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and potatoes into small, uniform pieces.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add the Vegetables

    Stir in the chopped carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 4

    Add the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and water, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 5

    Season the Soup

    Once boiling, add salt, black pepper, thyme, and the bay leaf. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 6

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If using, stir in the chopped parsley and cooked chicken during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy warm.

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