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There's something truly comforting about a warm bowl of soup, especially on a cold, blustery day. The act of ladling out steaming pots of nourishment not only warms the body but also brings a sense of tranquility to one's spirit. Cozy Amish Snow Day Soup embodies this very idea—a rich, creamy blend of vegetables and hearty flavors that evoke feelings of home and comfort. This soup is perfect for those snowy winter evenings or when you simply need a warm pick-me-up after a long day.
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Cozy Amish Snow Day Soup Recipe

This creamy soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, featuring a blend of vegetables and optional chicken for added heartiness.
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, comfort food, creamy, hearty, soup, vegetables
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 300kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 large carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery finely diced
  • 1 medium potato peeled and cubed
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • to taste fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  • Incorporate minced garlic, sliced carrots, and diced celery; cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add cubed potato, broth, thyme, and parsley; bring to a boil then simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Stir in frozen corn and shredded chicken; simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; season with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat until warmed through without boiling.
  • Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.