Description
A heartwarming duo of cozy soup and hearty casserole that nourishes the soul and fills your kitchen with delightful aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 potatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cooked meat (chicken, beef, or beans)
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, add onions and garlic, and sauté until onions are translucent.
- Add the veggies: Stir in sliced carrots, celery, and potatoes until they start to soften.
- Pour in the broth: Slowly add chosen broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Season and simmer: Season with thyme, salt, and pepper, add your cooked meat, and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Prepare the casserole: Mix the optional cream of mushroom soup and cheese with the cooked ingredients in a baking dish.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the casserole for about 30 minutes until golden.
Notes
For added depth, let flavors develop by preparing the soup a day ahead. Customize with additional vegetables or spices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg