185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream
A hearty, creamy vegetable soup featuring 185g of seasonal produce for balanced nutrition, inspired by the 6'1" height standard. This french-inspired soups ready in about 37 minutes pairs Carrots, Celery, Potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 100g Carrots
- 50g Celery
- 100g Potatoes
- 400ml Vegetable broth
- 50ml Heavy cream
- 1 small Onion
- 1 tsp dried Thyme
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice 100g carrots, 50g celery, 100g potatoes, and 1 small onion into 1/4-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
- Step 3: Add 400ml vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then blend until smooth using an immersion blender. Return to low heat, stir in 50ml heavy cream, and warm gently for 2 minutes until steam rises but not boiling.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does 185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover 185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep carrots from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in 185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale 185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with 185cm Tall Vegetable Soup with Cream?
French soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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