Hearty Vegetable Noodle Soup with Cheesy Garlic Baguette

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Hearty Vegetable Noodle Soup with Cheesy Garlic Baguette

This recipe balances the brightness of fresh tomatoes and basil with the richness of a buttery, herb-infused side.

I. For the Soup

  • 2 Onions, finely chopped

  • 1 Carrot, diced or grated

  • 3 Potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 1 Red bell pepper, diced

  • 2 Tomatoes, diced (or grated to remove skins)

  • 2 Cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup Vermicelli or fine noodles

  • Fresh Parsley & Basil, chopped

  • Seasoning: Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of rosemary

  • Oil: Sunflower oil for sautéing

  • Water/Broth: Approx. 1.5–2 Liters

II. For the Cheesy Herb Bread

  • 1 baguette

  • 100-130g Butter, softened

  • 3 Cloves garlic, minced

  • 50 g Hard cheese (Parmesan or similar), grated

  • Fresh Parsley/Rosemary, finely chopped

Instructions

Step 1: The Soup Base

  1. Heat sunflower oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent.

  2. Add the carrots and red pepper, cooking for another 3–5 minutes until softened.

  3. Stir in the potatoes and the 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2 minutes to release the garlic aroma.

Step 2: Simmer

  1. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until they begin to break down into a sauce.

  2. Pour in the water or vegetable broth. Season with salt, black pepper, rosemary, and dried basil.

  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 3: Finish with Noodles

  1. Add the noodles to the pot. Cook according to the package instructions (usually 3–5 minutes for fine noodles).

  2. Once the noodles are tender, stir in fresh parsley and extra basil. Turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4: The Cheesy Baguette

  1. While the soup simmers, preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. In a bowl, mix the softened butter, the 3 minced garlic cloves, chopped rosemary, and parsley.

  3. Slice the baguette (either into rounds or lengthwise). Spread the herb butter generously on the bread and top with the grated hard cheese.

  4. Bake for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden brown.

Serving Suggestion

Serve the steaming hot soup in deep bowls, ensuring everyone gets plenty of potatoes and noodles. Place the warm, cheesy garlic bread on the side for dipping!

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