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Swamp Soup

A warm and comforting soup perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups spinach chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper.
  4. Sprinkle in the thyme and oregano, stirring to combine.
  5. Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Once boiling, stir in the diced tomatoes and kidney beans.
  7. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
  8. Finally, add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Notes

Serve Swamp Soup with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.