Description
- This hearty and comforting soup and stew recipe collection is perfect for cozy winter nights. Featuring easy-to-follow classics and slow cooker options, it’s ideal for families, meal prep, and anyone craving warmth and flavor in every bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken or beef (optional)
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Pour in broth, add potatoes and thyme.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 25–30 minutes.
- Stir in cooked meat if using, and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 10 more minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can swap potatoes for sweet potatoes or use lentils for a vegetarian version. Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop, Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg