Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or plant-based milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley, biscuits, or puff pastry for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in vegetable broth, ensuring the flour fully dissolves.
- Add diced potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in milk, peas, and corn. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with fresh parsley and biscuits or puff pastry if desired.
Notes
- Use plant-based milk and vegan butter for a fully vegan version.
- For extra richness, add a splash of cream or top with shredded cheese.
- Stir in white beans or tofu for added protein.
- Soup thickens as it cools—add extra broth or milk when reheating.
- Great with crusty bread, biscuits, or served in a bread bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg