Creamy Vegetable Soup (Printable)
Silky blend of fresh vegetables and cream, ideal for cozy evenings or light starters.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
05 - 2 celery stalks, chopped
06 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
07 - 1 small zucchini, diced
08 - 1 cup broccoli florets
09 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
→ Liquids
10 - 4 cups vegetable broth
11 - 1 cup whole milk
12 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
→ Seasonings
13 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
15 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
16 - 1 bay leaf
→ Garnish (optional)
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
18 - Croutons
# How to Make It:
01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
02 - Add carrots, celery, potato, zucchini, broccoli, and cauliflower to the pot. Stir occasionally and cook for 5 minutes.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth, then add bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
04 - Remove and discard bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth, or blend in batches using a standard blender.
05 - Stir in whole milk and heavy cream. Warm gently for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and croutons if preferred.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- This soup feels like a gentle hug on chilly evenings, sharing comfort with every spoonful
- It's a simple way to pack a variety of fresh veggies into one silky, satisfying bowl
02 -
- Don't rush sautéing the onions and garlic—their sweet fragrance is what makes the soup truly comforting
- Blending in batches if using a standard blender ensures a safer and smoother texture without splashes
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- Use fresh herbs for garnish to bring a pop of color and fresh aroma
- The secret to perfect creaminess is not boiling after adding milk and cream—just warm gently