Tomato and Thyme Soup
This comforting soup is made using expired dried thyme, which adds a delightful aroma to the dish.
10
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
40
Total Time (min)
6
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (expired but safe to consume)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: croutons and fresh thyme for garnish
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until translucent and fragrant.
3
Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes (including the juices).
4
Stir in the expired dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
5
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
6
Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth.
7
Return the soup to the pot and heat it over low heat for an additional 5 minutes.
8
Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
9
Serve hot, garnished with croutons and fresh thyme if desired.
10
Enjoy!