Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (like broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery until they become tender.
- Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Incorporate the 4 cups of mixed vegetables and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until everything is tender.
- Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until melted and well incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Feel free to add spices such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika for extra flavor. Experiment with different seasonal vegetables as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg