🥣 Homemade forgotten vegetable soup (20 min): an authentic winter recipe
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Quick answer: For a homemade soup with forgotten vegetables and authentic winter flavors , simply sauté some heirloom vegetables (parsnips, Jerusalem artichokes, swedes, carrots, etc.) gently in a little olive oil 🫒, add a bouquet garni, and cover with water or stock. Simmer for 20 minutes, blend to your desired consistency, and enjoy a smooth and fragrant soup 🥕🥔, perfect for warming up winter evenings!
🧺 Ingredients for a winter soup with forgotten vegetables
- 🥕 2 carrots
- 🥔 1 potato
- 🌱 1 parsnip
- 🍠 1 Jerusalem artichoke
- 🥬 1 small rutabaga
- 🧅 1 onion
- 🧄 1 clove of garlic
- 🫒 1 tbsp olive oil
- 💧 75 cl water or broth
- 🌿 1 sprig of fresh thyme
- 🌱 1 bay leaf
- 🧂 1 pinch of salt and pepper
💡 Tip: Adapt the base according to the season! Add a turnip , celeriac , or some butternut squash to vary the flavors. If you want to convert quantities or change units, use our volume converter 🧮.
👩🍳 Preparing the soup – step by step
Peel and chop the carrots, parsnips, Jerusalem artichokes, rutabaga, and potato. Finely chop the onion and garlic. The smaller the pieces, the faster they cook!
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil 🫒. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in all the vegetables and cook over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant 🔥.
Cover the vegetables with hot water or broth. Add the thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat. The vegetables should be tender and soft 🥄.
Remove the bay leaf, then blend the soup to your preferred consistency: smooth or with a few chunks for a more rustic feel. Adjust the seasoning. Serve piping hot, drizzled with olive oil or topped with homemade croutons for an extra touch of indulgence 😋.
🌱 Tips for a truly delicious forgotten vegetable soup
- 🥬 Vary the vegetables according to your desires: golden ball turnip, salsify, or even a little celery stalk for a fresh touch!
- 🧀 For a more comforting version, add a few cubes of fresh goat cheese or a spoonful of cream before blending.
- 🥗 Consider serving your soup with toasted seeds (pumpkin, sunflower) or crushed hazelnuts for a crunchy texture.
- 🫒 Discover the version with Nyons PDO olive oil, very fragrant, in this recipe .
- 🔥 Want a more filling soup? Add a handful of red lentils, they cook quickly and provide protein!
- 🍞 Keep some stale bread to make homemade croutons, to brown in olive oil… a real winter treat.
- 🧊 Your soup can be kept for 3 days in the fridge or frozen without any problem, convenient for busy evenings.
- 💡 Take advantage of our homemade soup kit for ultra-fresh, local French vegetables!
❓ FAQ – Forgotten vegetable soup, authentic winter flavors
🥕 What vegetables should you choose for a "forgotten" soup?
The classics: parsnips, Jerusalem artichokes, swedes, carrots, turnips, celeriac… The key is to mix mild root vegetables with more robust flavors. If you want to save time, our homemade soup kit includes everything you need!
🧄 How to spice up soup without ruining it?
Add a little garlic, fresh thyme, nutmeg, or cumin. For a Mediterranean touch, a spoonful of PDO olive oil, as suggested here , elevates everything!
🍲 Can the soup be prepared in advance?
Of course! It's often even better reheated. You can keep it in the fridge for 3 days or freeze it in portions. Perfect for those evenings when you don't feel like cooking 🥰.
🥗 How to make soup more nutritious?
Add a handful of red lentils, split peas, or leftover white beans. You'll have a hearty soup, perfect for a winter dinner.
💧 How to adjust the texture of the soup?
For a perfectly smooth soup, blend it thoroughly in a blender. If you prefer a more rustic version, simply mash it with a fork or potato masher. And if the soup is too thick, add a little water or hot broth. Our volume converter will help you adjust it!
Explore our homemade soup garden kit or discover all our soup recipes .
Need to convert your quantities? Use our handy cl/ml converter .
For a gourmet version using Nyons PDO olive oil, find the original recipe on huiles-et-olives.fr .
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