SPRING VEGETABLE SOUP
Entered for safe-keeping, from Better Homes & Gardens' "Cook's Secrets: 62 Recipes You'll Want to Make Forever". If you have never tried fresh fennel, it is best in spring, as is asparagus. Fresh tomatoes in our local markets are usually disappointing, so I buy canned whole Roma tomatoes; in this recipe a 14.5-oz. can of good-quality diced tomatoes would work well, and I would include the juice. If you have a piece of Parmesan rind on hand, toss it in, too. See bhg.com/CSProduce for a chart of peak times for spring veggies.
Provided by KateL
Categories Clear Soup
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- (To prep fennel, carefully cut off and discard stalks. Remove any wilted outer layers and cut a thin slice from the base of the bulb. Cut out and discard the tough core. Cut the fennel bulb into quarters. Chop quarters into 1/2-inch pieces.).
- (To prep asparagus, start at the base end of each spear and bend the spear until you find a place where it breaks easily. Break off the woody base and discard. If desired, use a knife or vegetable peeler to remove the tiny scales from the stalk.).
- In a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion, fennel, and garlic; cook for 8-10 minutes or until onion is tender and starts to caramelize, stirring frequently.
- Stir in broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Stir in asparagus, zucchini and tomatoes. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, about 5 minutes or more or just until zucchini is tender.
- Stir in the 2 tablespoons snipped basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve in soup bowls. If desired, sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil.
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KanI Unri
[email protected]I love this soup!
Aayan Shaeikh
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious.
GameNWB
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Terry Thomas
[email protected]I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like.
Lambert frekin James
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting.
Mohammad Faizan hashmati manihar
[email protected]I made this soup for my sick friend and it helped her feel so much better.
Marisol DIVA
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and it tastes great!
Chaudhary Dipesh
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so flavorful and healthy. I always feel good after eating it.
Sandaruwan Peiris
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Jacob Vanegas
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how good it was.
Njoh Ekeke
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were about to go bad, so I threw them in this soup and it turned out great!
Priya Xetri
[email protected]I made this soup last week and it was so good! The vegetables were fresh and crispy, and the broth was savory and flavorful.
TheBloodwaraxe
[email protected]This soup was delicious! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.