One-Pot Winter Soup
Discover the warmth and convenience of one-pot winter soups, perfect for cozy nights with minimal cleanup. This guide offers a variety of hearty recipes to suit every palate.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth low sodium
Optional Add-ins
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup kale or spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded for non-vegetarian option
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup dry lentils or beans, rinsed
- 1 cup pasta or rice
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
- Add optional ingredients such as butternut squash, lentils, or pasta. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Season with thyme, rosemary, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize the soup with your favorite seasonal vegetables and protein options.