Easy and versatile meal prep soup base for a variety of soups

This recipe provides a basic soup base that can be used as a starting point for creating a variety of delicious soups. With a handful of simple ingredients, you can prepare a large batch of this soup base and store it in the fridge or freezer for future use. It's a convenient and time-saving way to have homemade soup anytime you want!

Ingredients

• 2 onions, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, diced
• 4 celery stalks, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.
3. Add the carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juice.
5. Season the soup with dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup cool.
8. Once cooled, transfer the soup into airtight containers and store in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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