Creamy Vegetable Soup
This creamy vegetable soup is a comforting and hearty dish, packed with wholesome vegetables and a rich, smooth base, perfect for a cozy meal.
Equipment
- large pot
- whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots peeled and diced
- 2 medium celery stalks diced
- 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat, then add diced carrots, celery, and onion, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in vegetable broth, then add diced potatoes, bringing the soup to a boil before reducing heat and simmering for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in milk, season with salt and pepper, and heat through without boiling.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can use heavy cream instead of milk. Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn.