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Blended Vegetable Soup

Soup is a staple for people with braces. Blended vegetable soups are smooth, easy to swallow, and packed with nutrients. They allow you to include a variety of vegetables without chewing difficulties.
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini chopped
  • 1 cup green beans trimmed and chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 medium potato peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots, celery, zucchini, green beans, and potato; stir and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Pour in vegetable broth and add dried thyme.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in heavy cream if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.