Hearty Veggie Pot Pie Soup: Crustless Comfort (Print Version)
Enjoy a bowl of hearty Veggie Pot Pie Soup, without the crust! This creamy, vegetable-packed soup delivers all the classic flavors you love, easily.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Soup Base Essentials
01 -
1 tbsp olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Hearty Veggies
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6 cups vegetable broth
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2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
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1 ½ lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (unpeeled)
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 cup frozen corn
→ Flavor Builders
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp dried rosemary
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1 tsp salt (or to taste)
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1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
→ Finishing Touches
16 -
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, grab your big pot or Dutch oven and heat up that olive oil over medium heat. Toss in your diced onion, carrots, and celery. Stir them around, letting them soften up for about 5-7 minutes. You want them tender-crisp, not mushy, and definitely not burnt. This is where the whole kitchen starts smelling incredible, honestly, it sets the whole vibe for the Veggie Pot Pie Soup. Don't rush this part; patience here truly pays off with deeper flavors.
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Once those veggies are getting happy, throw in your minced garlic, dried thyme, and rosemary. Stir it constantly for just about 1 minute. Garlic burns quickly, so keep an eye on it! You'll smell it instantly when it's ready. That fragrant burst of herbs and garlic is just amazing. I've definitely burned garlic before by walking away for 'just a second,' and trust me, you don't want that bitter taste in your beautiful Veggie Pot Pie Soup.
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Sprinkle the flour over your sautéed veggies and stir it in really well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, letting that flour cook out a bit. It’ll look a little clumpy, but that’s okay! This step is crucial for thickening the soup later. I always make sure to scrape the bottom of the pot here, making sure all that flour gets incorporated. This prevents any raw flour taste in your finished Veggie Pot Pie Soup.
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Slowly, and I mean slowly, whisk in the vegetable broth, making sure to get rid of any lumps. Then, stir in the milk. Add your diced Yukon Gold potatoes to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes. You want those potatoes fork-tender, but not falling apart. This is where the magic starts to happen, thickening into a creamy base.
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Once the potatoes are tender, stir in your frozen peas and corn. Let the Veggie Pot Pie Soup simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the peas and corn are heated through. You don't want to overcook these; they lose their vibrant color and texture if left in too long. Sometimes I get distracted and leave them in too long, and they turn a little sad, so keep an eye on them!
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Taste your Veggie Pot Pie Soup and season generously with salt and black pepper. This is your chance to really make it sing! I usually add a little more pepper than most recipes call for, it just adds a nice warmth. Ladle the hearty soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. It should be thick, creamy, and packed with tender veggies. It smells like pure comfort, and honestly, it’s just the best feeling to finally dig in!
# Notes:
01 -
Always sauté your aromatics until truly fragrant; it makes all the difference!
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This soup tastes even better the next day, so make a big batch, I always do.
03 -
Swap out the potatoes for sweet potatoes for a slightly different, delicious twist.
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A dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh parsley really brightens up each bowl.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large pot or Dutch oven
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whisk
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 18 g
Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
Protein: 12 g