Minnesota Estate Harvest Soup

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A hearty, vegetable-packed soup featuring seasonal produce from Midwest estate auctions, simmered with aromatic herbs and a touch of cream. This american-inspired soups ready in about 55 minutes pairs medium carrots, stalks celery, large onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, 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: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Dice 3 medium carrots, 2 stalks celery, and 1 large onion into 1/4-inch pieces, and peel and dice 2 medium potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion, and sauté for 8 minutes until softened and slightly golden.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tsp fresh thyme, 1 bay leaf, 1 tbsp dill, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups chicken stock and 2 medium diced potatoes to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to puree half the soup until smooth, or transfer half to a blender and return to pot.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and simmer gently for 5 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Minnesota Estate Harvest Soup take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Minnesota Estate 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 medium carrots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Minnesota Estate 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 Minnesota Estate Harvest Soup for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Minnesota Estate Harvest Soup?

American 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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