Cooked Fast Artichoke Soup 🍲😋

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.