Onion, Potato, and Carrot Soup

Ingredients:

– 2 onions, diced
– 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 3-4 carrots, peeled and sliced
– 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh herbs for garnish

 Instructions:

1. **Sautéing the Base:** Add olive oil to a pot. Sauté the diced onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and aromatic.

2. **Adding Vegetables:** Introduce the carrots and potatoes to the pot, allowing them to cook for a few minutes alongside the onions and garlic, bringing out their natural flavors.

3. **Broth Addition:** Pour the vegetable broth, cover the vegetables entirely and simmer. Let it cook until the vegetables are tender and easily mashed with a fork.

4. **Blending:** Carefully blend the cooked vegetables and broth until smooth. Use a blender directly in the pot or transfer batches to a regular blender for blending.
5. **Seasoning:** Add salt and pepper to taste.

6. **Finishing Touch:** Serve the soup in bowls, garnishing each with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. A drizzle of olive oil touch if desired.

This soup is a comforting blend of flavors that combine to create a velvety texture and a rich taste. Enjoy its warmth and wholesome goodness!