Vegetable broth soup
Description
Perfect for lunch. Serve with herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, gather the vegetables for the broth: onion, carrot, celery stalk, and celery root, etc. For flavor, you can add bay leaf, herbs, or your favorite spices.
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Step 2
2. Pour in clean water and place the pot over heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about half an hour. I don't salt the broth, but you can add a pinch if desired.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, you can prepare the other soup ingredients. Thinly slice the leek and place it in a pot with a small amount of butter. Start sautéing.
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Step 4
4. Peel and chop the potatoes, carrots, and celery. Add them to the pan and continue frying for another 5 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Carefully strain the ready broth.
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Step 6
6. Pour into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Add salt to taste.
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Step 7
7. Cook for about 7-10 minutes. Then add the beans to the pot along with a little tomato sauce (for a more appealing color) or tomatoes blended into a puree.
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Step 8
8. After another 10 minutes, add the remaining vegetables: corn kernels, diced zucchini, and garlic pressed through a garlic press. After 5 minutes, remove the pot from the heat.
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Step 9
9. Let the soup sit for about 10 minutes before serving. For extra flavor, you can add a little lemon juice or ground pepper, for example.