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Zero-Waste Vegetable Broth Soup: A Deliciously Eco-Friendly Recipe!

Zero-Waste Vegetable Broth Soup
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A flavorful and eco-friendly vegetable broth soup made from kitchen scraps and leftover vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups vegetable scraps (carrots, celery, onion, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, oregano, or basil)

Instructions

  1. Gather all vegetable scraps and rinse them under cold water.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the vegetable scraps and sauté for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the water and add salt, pepper, bay leaf, and dried herbs.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  6. Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the solids.
  7. Serve hot or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

  • This recipe is highly customizable; feel free to use any vegetable scraps you have on hand.
  • For a richer flavor, roast the vegetable scraps in the oven before adding them to the pot.
  • Store leftover broth in the freezer for future use.

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Find it online: https://howeats.com/zero-waste-vegetable-broth-soup-recipe/