Albert Lea Harvest Soup

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A comforting, vegetable-packed soup featuring seasonal produce, simmered to perfection for a taste of Minnesota's harvest season. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced onion, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium potato and stir for 1 minute. Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, then add 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Step 3: Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 cup chopped kale and 1/2 cup frozen peas. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes until the kale wilts and peas are heated through.
  5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot in bowls.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Albert Lea Harvest Soup take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Albert Lea Harvest Soup?

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 olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Albert Lea Harvest Soup?

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 Albert Lea Harvest Soup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

Is Albert Lea Harvest Soup vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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