One Pot Creamy Vegetable (Print-Friendly Version)

A creamy and hearty vegetable soup prepared quickly in a single pot with fresh vegetables and herbs.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 6 tablespoons butter
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 - 4 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 white onion, diced
05 - 1.5 cups chopped carrots
06 - 1.5 cups chopped celery
07 - 6 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 cups broccoli, chopped into bite-sized pieces
09 - 3 cups diced potatoes, approximately 3/4 inch thick

→ Canned Goods

10 - 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained

→ Dry Ingredients

11 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
12 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
13 - 2 teaspoons dried thyme
14 - 1 teaspoon dried sage

→ Liquids

15 - 6 cups vegetable broth
16 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

→ Seasonings

17 - Kosher salt, to taste
18 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

19 - Fresh chopped parsley
20 - Shredded cheddar cheese
21 - Oyster crackers

# How to Make It:

01 - Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion, chopped carrots, and celery with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions become translucent, approximately 10 minutes.
02 - Reduce heat to medium and incorporate minced garlic, dried oregano, thyme, and sage. Stir frequently and cook for an additional minute to release aromas.
03 - Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir thoroughly to coat. Continue cooking for one minute, stirring constantly to eliminate raw flour taste.
04 - Pour a portion of vegetable broth into the pot to deglaze, scraping the bottom to lift browned bits for enhanced flavor.
05 - Add diced potatoes, drained corn, chopped broccoli, and the rest of the vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, then cover.
06 - Raise heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, lower heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
07 - Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and balsamic vinegar until cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, additional shredded cheddar, and oyster crackers to taste.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For a thinner consistency, add more vegetable broth. Adjust seasoning before serving.