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Hearty Vegetable Soup Recipe

5 from 58 reviews

A hearty and comforting vegetable soup made with a variety of fresh vegetables simmered in chicken broth and V-8 juice, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper. This nutritious soup is perfect for a wholesome meal and highlights the natural flavors of garden vegetables.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large potato, peeled and diced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 2 vine tomatoes, diced

Liquids and Seasoning

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups V-8 juice

Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics: In a large stock pot, heat 1/4 cup olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion, celery, and minced garlic, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
  2. Add vegetables and liquids: Stir in the peeled and diced potato, sliced carrots, corn, peas, chopped green beans, and diced vine tomatoes. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and 2 cups of V-8 juice.
  3. Season and simmer: Add 2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook covered for 30 minutes to meld the flavors and tenderize the vegetables.

Notes

  • You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this dish vegetarian.
  • Adjust salt to taste, especially if using salted broth.
  • Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
  • For a smoother texture, partially blend the soup before serving.
  • This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.

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