Description
Warm up your chilly days with this delicious and inviting Cozy Comfort Soup. Perfectly balanced with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and hearty grains, this recipe not only nourishes the body but also warms the soul. Ideal for cozy nights in or impressing guests, each bowl is a celebration of flavor and comfort that beckons you to indulge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onions
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 cup pasta or rice (your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded chicken or beans (optional)
Instructions
- Dice carrots, celery, and onions into small pieces.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced veggies and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Pour in your broth of choice along with bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in pasta or rice and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs as desired.
- Ladle into bowls, adding fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or different herbs like basil for unique flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently on the stovetop.