Gemstars

Vegetable Soup Recipe Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 medium carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, chopped 1 large potato, peeled and diced 1 zucchini, diced 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup corn (frozen, fresh, or canned) 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice 6 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth for non-vegetarians) 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 bay leaf Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1 cup spinach or kale, roughly chopped 1/2 cup peas (frozen or fresh) Juice of half a lemon (optional, for brightness) Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Instructions: Sauté the Base: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the Vegetables: Stir in the carrots, celery, potato, zucchini, green beans, and corn. Sauté for another 5 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables. Simmer the Soup: Pour in the dic...