Quick Easy Old Homesteader Main Dish Soup

Warm, hearty, and effortlessly comforting, this Quick Easy Old Homesteader Main Dish Soup is the perfect blend of simplicity and nourishment. Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender potatoes, hearty beans, sweet corn, and fragrant herbs, this one-pot wonder is a nostalgic nod to traditional homesteader meals while fitting effortlessly into busy modern schedules. In just 40 minutes, including prep and cook time, you'll have a satisfying main dish that's brimming with earthy flavors, thanks to the combination of sautéed aromatics, rich diced tomatoes, and your choice of chicken or vegetable broth. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this soup is not only budget-friendly but infinitely customizable to suit your pantry. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness and serve alongside a crusty loaf of bread for a cozy, soul-warming feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 1 cup cooked beans (such as navy, kidney, or pinto)
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes, canned diced tomatoes with their juices, cooked beans, and chicken or vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen corn, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2024.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	812.9

Total Fat 33.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6717.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.1g
Protein 30.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 333.3mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2615.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 49.7%