Best Vegetable Soup Recipe

A bowl of creamy broccoli and cheese soup with visible broccoli florets and diced carrots, served with a spoon on a white plate.

This homemade vegetable soup is packed with simple vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. It’s easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and tastes even better the next day after the flavors settle together.

Course Soup, Soups and Stews

Cuisine American, International

Keyword bay leaves, broth, carrot, celery, garlic, green beans, onion, pea, simmer, soup recipe, thyme, tomato, tomato paste, vegetable broth, vegetable soup, vegetable soup recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 22

Servings Servings

Calories 290kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Cutting Board
1 Knife
1 Large Pot

Ingredients

¾ Cup Potatoes diced
⅝ Cup Broccoli Florets
¼ Cup Onion grated
½ Cup Carrots diced
1 Rib Celery diced
½ Cup Vegetable Broth
¼ Cup Water
3 Tablespoons Butter cubed
¼ Cup All-Purpose Flour
1 Cup Whole Milk
¼ teaspoon Salt
1 Pinch Pepper
¼ Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

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Instructions

Wash, peel, and dice the vegetables, then measure the broth, water, milk, and seasonings so everything is ready to go.
Add potatoes, broccoli, onion, carrots, celery, broth, and water to a pot, bring to a boil, then simmer until tender, stirring occasionally.
In another pan, melt butter, whisk in flour, cook briefly, then slowly add milk and whisk until thick and creamy.
Stir the creamy sauce into the vegetables, simmer until slightly thickened, then add cheddar and stir until melted before serving.

Notes

Choose the right broth. Vegetable broth works well for a clean version, while chicken broth adds extra depth. A good broth makes the soup flavorful without relying on heavy seasoning.
Layer flavors with herbs and seasonings. Add thyme, bay leaves, and a pinch of salt and black pepper to enhance the veggies. These simple flavorings bring out the natural flavors without overpowering the soup.
Let it simmer gently. Slow simmering helps the veggies soften, and the flavors blend evenly. Stirring occasionally ensures nothing sticks to the bottom and keeps the soup smooth.

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