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Brenda Gantt Vegetable Soup Recipe

Emma Vincent, Chef
If you’re looking for a hearty and nutritious soup that will warm your soul on a cold day, Brenda Gantt Vegetable Soup is the perfect choice. This recipe has been cherished for years and has become a household favorite for many families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 238 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Bowl (for rinsing barley)
  • Ladle (for serving)

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 ounce butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 Spanish onion
  • 1/4 pint of milk
  • 1/2 teacupful of pearl barley
  • 1 large carrot
  • 1 large turnip

Instructions
 

Prepare Vegetables:

  • Peel and dice 1 large turnip, 1 large carrot, and 1 Spanish onion.

Rinse Pearl Barley:

  • Rinse 1/2 teacupful of pearl barley under cold water.

Sauté Vegetables:

  • In a large pot, melt 3/4 ounce of butter over medium heat.
  • Add diced turnip, carrot, and onion to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Add Pearl Barley:

  • Stir in the rinsed pearl barley to the sautéed vegetables in the pot.

Pour in Milk:

  • Add 1/4 pint of milk to the pot. This will add creaminess to the soup.

Season:

  • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.

Simmer:

  • Bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook until the vegetables and barley are fully cooked and tender. This may take around 20-30 minutes.

Check Consistency:

  • If the soup appears too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding more milk or water as needed.

Taste and Adjust:

  • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more salt and pepper if desired.

Serve:

  • Once the soup is ready, ladle it into bowls and serve hot.

Enjoy:

  • Enjoy Brenda Gantt’s Vegetable Soup, a comforting and nourishing dish that brings out the wholesome flavors of fresh vegetables and barley.

Notes

  • – For a richer and creamier soup, replace the milk with heavy cream or coconut milk.
  • – Don’t overcook the vegetables as they will become mushy and lose their vibrant colors.
  • – To add more depth of flavor, consider adding a bay leaf or a sprig of thyme to the soup while it simmers.
  • – Make a larger batch of this soup and freeze individual portions for later use. It makes for a convenient and delicious meal option on busy days.
  • – To make this soup even more filling, add cooked chicken or tofu for extra protein.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal
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