Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVaughan's Public HouseSoup Du Jour Recipe

Soup Du Jour Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Broth & Seasoning

Oils

Optional Add-ins

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, and tomatoes into small, uniform pieces. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 4

    Add the Potatoes and Tomatoes

    Stir in the diced potatoes and tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add the Broth

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 6

    Season the Soup

    Once boiling, add the bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper to taste.

  5. 7

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Finishing Touches

  1. 8

    Taste and Adjust

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

  2. 9

    Add Optional Ingredients

    If desired, stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.

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