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Vegetable Cream Soup with Shrimp

A silky, quick vegetable soup topped with succulent shrimp and fresh chives. Ready in about 20 minutes, this comforting bowl is perfect for a busy weeknight.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
18g
Vegetable Cream Soup with Shrimp
ComfortingQuickAmericanGluten-FreeShrimpSmoothTenderWeeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a large pot, melt the 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in the 2 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the 1/2 cup heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  4. Step 4

    Add the 1/2 pound shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the 2 tbsp chopped chives. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender
  • Ladle

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