Description
Tuscan Parmesan Cream Soup is the ultimate comfort food, blending velvety cream with rich Parmesan cheese and fresh vegetables. This delightful soup warms the soul, making it perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. Each spoonful transports you to the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany, where savory flavors meld in a harmonious embrace. Serve it as an appetizer or a satisfying main course alongside crusty bread for a cozy meal that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and oregano; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until melted and the soup thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg