Ingredients:
For the Soup:
Vegetables:
2 onions
1 carrot
3 potatoes
1 red pepper
2 tomatoes
2 garlic cloves
Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Seasoning:
Salt
Black pepper
Basil
Other:
Sunflower oil
Noodles
Optional Additions:
Your favorite leafy greens (spinach, kale)
Cooked chicken or lentils (for added protein)
For the Garnish (Optional):
3 cloves garlic, minced
Rosemary
Butter (100-130g)
Hard cheese (50g, grated)
Baguette bread
Instructions:
Sautéing the First Round: Begin by heating sunflower oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add one chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent.
Adding the Heartier Vegetables: Add the chopped carrot and potatoes to the pot with the softened onion. Season with salt and cover the vegetables with water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Preparing the Second Round of Vegetables: While the first pot simmers, heat another pan with sunflower oil over medium heat. Add the second chopped onion and cook until softene
Roasting the Veggies: Add the chopped red pepper and tomatoes to the pan with the softened onion. To easily peel the tomatoes, make an X on the bottom of each tomato before adding them to the pan. Fill the pan with a small amount of hot water and let the tomatoes rest for 1-2 minutes. This loosens the skins for easier peeling. Peel the tomatoes and chop them before adding them back to the pan
Flavor Boost: Add the minced garlic cloves to the pan and cook the vegetables for an additional 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, red pepper (paprika), and basil. Stir well to combine all the flavors
Soup Symphony: Once the first pot of vegetables is cooked, add the roasted vegetables from the second pan to the pot. This creates a wonderful depth of flavor in the soup.
Noodle Time: Bring the soup to a simmer and add your desired noodles. Cook according to package instructions, or until the noodles are al dente
Fresh Touch: Once cooked through, stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh and vibrant touch.
Optional Garlicky Garnish: If desired, prepare a garlicky garnish by melting butter in a small pan. Add the minced garlic and rosemary and cook for a minute or two, until fragrant. Drizzle this flavorful oil over individual bowls of soup before serving. Top with grated hard cheese and enjoy with crusty baguette bread for dipping.