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Cooked Fast Artichoke Soup 🍲😋😋
perfect for a comforting meal when you're short on time!
Ingredients
1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts,
drained and chopped 🌰
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 small onion, diced 🧅
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
3 cups vegetable or chicken broth 🥣
1 cup milk (or plant-based milk) 🥛
1/2 tsp dried thyme 🌿
1/4 tsp black pepper 🧂
Salt to taste 🧂
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀 (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. 🫒
Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. 🧅🧄
Add the Artichokes and Broth
Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts and vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. 🌰🥣
Blend the Soup
Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender), blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend it less.
Add Milk and Seasonings
Stir in the milk and dried thyme. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Add salt and pepper to taste. 🧂🌿🥛
Finish and Serve
If using, stir in Parmesan cheese for extra creaminess.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately! 🌿🧀🍲
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this Quick Artichoke Soup with crusty bread 🥖 or a light side salad 🥗. It’s a perfect meal for any time of the day!
This simple and comforting soup is rich in flavor and takes minimal time to make! 🕒🍽️
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1. Q: What is your favorite dish to cook?
A: My favorite dish to cook is spaghetti with homemade tomato sauce. I enjoy boiling the pasta until it is perfectly soft and then mixing it with a rich sauce made from fresh tomatoes, garlic, onions, and herbs. It is simple, delicious, and reminds me of family dinners.
2. Q: How often do you cook at home?
A: I cook at home almost every day because I like eating fresh and healthy food. Cooking also helps me relax after a long day, and it’s much cheaper than eating at restaurants all the time.
3. Q: Do you prefer baking or frying?
A: I prefer baking because it is healthier and doesn’t require a lot of oil. I also like the smell of baked food filling the kitchen, especially when I am making cakes or bread.
4. Q: What ingredients do you always keep in your kitchen?
A: I always keep basic ingredients like salt, pepper, olive oil, onions, garlic, and flour. These are essential for most recipes, and I can prepare many dishes just by adding vegetables or meat.
5. Q: Have you ever tried cooking a foreign recipe?
A: Yes, I have tried cooking Italian pizza at home. I made the dough from scratch, added tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, and baked it in the oven. It was a fun experience and very tasty.
6. Q: What is the easiest meal you can prepare?
A: The easiest meal I can prepare is an omelette. I just beat some eggs, add a little salt, pepper, and maybe some cheese or vegetables, and cook it in a pan for a few minutes.
7. Q: Which spices do you use the most?
A: I use cumin, paprika, black pepper, and oregano the most. These spices add a lot of flavor to my dishes, especially when I cook meat, chicken, or soups.
8. Q: Do you follow recipes or cook from memory?
A: I usually cook from memory because I know most of my favorite recipes by heart. Sometimes, I check recipes online when I want to try something new.
9. Q: Have you ever made bread from scratch?
A: Yes, I have made bread at home before. I mixed flour, yeast, salt, and water, kneaded the dough, and let it rise for a few hours before baking it. The smell of fresh bread is amazing.
10. Q: What is the most difficult dish you’ve ever cooked?
A: The most difficult dish I’ve cooked is lasagna. It takes a long time because you have to prepare the pasta, the meat sauce, the cheese sauce, and then layer everything before baking it.
11. Q: Do you prefer sweet or savory dishes?
A: I prefer sweet dishes because I love desserts. Cakes, cookies, and puddings are my favorite, especially anything with chocolate.
12. Q: How do you usually season your food?
A: I usually season my food with salt, black pepper, and a mix of herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary. For some dishes, I also add lemon juice or vinegar for extra flavor.
13. Q: What is your favorite dessert to make?
A: My favorite dessert to make is chocolate cake. I enjoy melting the chocolate, mixing it with butter, sugar, and eggs, and baking it until it’s soft and moist.
14. Q: Do you enjoy cooking for guests?
A: Yes, I enjoy cooking for guests very much. It makes me happy to see people enjoying my food, and it’s a great way to spend time together.
15. Q: Have you ever created your own recipe?
A: Yes, I created a special salad recipe with lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and a dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, and honey. It’s fresh, sweet, and sour at the same time.