Cozy Winter Veggie Soup

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When it’s chilly outside (or at least San Diego’s version of chilly), there’s nothing better than a warm, hearty soup made with garden-fresh ingredients. Here’s a recipe that will warm you up faster than a cup of cocoa!

Cozy Winter Veggie Soup

Your garden in a bowl—pure comfort food.

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup kale or spinach, chopped
  • 3 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 1 cup cooked beans (any kind—whatever’s in the pantry)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (or both!)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional – add any cooked proteins like bacon, sausage or ground beef

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (and your kitchen smells amazing).
  2. Add carrots and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in the broth, tomatoes, and beans. Stir in thyme/rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Toss in the kale or spinach during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  5. Ladle into bowls, serve with crusty bread, and bask in the glow of your soup-making genius.