Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsVillage InnSoup (quart) Recipe

Soup (quart) Recipe

Inspired by Village Inn
Time40m
Serves4

Make Soup (quart) Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Ingredients

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add Vegetables

    Add the diced carrots, celery, and potato to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Add Broth and Seasonings

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.

  2. 4

    Incorporate Add-ins

    After 15 minutes, add the green beans, corn, and fresh spinach to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.

  3. 5

    Finish the Soup

    Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious homemade vegetable soup!

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