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Slowcooker Vegetable Soup
This soup is comfort food at its finest. Use up all your leftover vegetables and make a creamy vegetable soup with a delicious air fryer cheese toastie on the side.
SERVES
6
COOKING TIME
3 hours
DIFFICULTY
simple
Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines a variety of fresh vegetables simmered together in a rich broth. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly days or when you’re looking for a healthy meal option. Made in a slow cooker, it allows the flavours to develop beautifully while you go about your day, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
Benefits of Making Vegetable Soup in a Slow Cooker
Using a slow cooker for vegetable soup offers several advantages:
- Simply chop your vegetables, add them to the slow cooker, and let it do the work.
- Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld together, resulting in a richer taste.
- Cooking at low temperatures helps preserve the vitamins and minerals in the vegetables.
- Thereās nothing quite like a warm bowl of vegetable soup to provide comfort on a cold day.
How to Season Your Vegetable Soup
Seasoning is key to enhancing the flavour of your vegetable soup:
- Start with basic seasonings like salt and pepper.
- Add dried herbs such as thyme or oregano for depth.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can be stirred in just before serving for a burst of freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slow Cooker Soups
Q: Can I use frozen vegetables?
A: Yes! Frozen vegetables are convenient and can be added directly to the slow cooker without thawing.
Q: How long does it take to cook?
A: Cooking times typically range from 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high.
Q: Can I double this recipe?
A: Absolutely! Just ensure your slow cooker has enough capacity and adjust cooking times as needed.
Q: Is there a step by step guide?
A: The recipe is below, but if you would like a video demonstration you can check out my video on TikTok:
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Method
Step 1
Chop all your vegetables and toss them into the slow cooker with vegetable broth, butter, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours.
Step 2
Once cooked, add in some milk for creaminess, then blend everything together with an immersion blender. Top with some fresh chives.
Step 3
Pair it with a cheesy toastie for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
2-3 potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 leeks, sliced
3 celery sticks, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1 onion, finely diced
2-3 tbsp butter
1 tbsp garlic
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1.2L vegetable broth
200ml milk of choice
Salt and pepper (and any other spices you like)
Fresh chives, to garnish
