Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or Parmesan)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs like thyme or basil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add chopped carrots, celery, zucchini, and bell pepper; cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese; cook until cheese is melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend the soup after cooking. Adjust creaminess by using less cream or substituting with non-dairy alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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