The countdown is on until we begin our holiday. In 2 days time we will be boarding our flight to the United States. We will be spending 6 nights in Las Vegas, 8 nights in New York and then we have a 5 day stop over in Fiji on the way home. To say I am excited is an understatement! In fact, I am so excited I can barely think of anything else-even cooking!
Admittedly, cooking is a little difficult at the moment as we are trying to run down the contents of our refrigerator and pantry before we head off. I find so much inspiration in an abundance of ingredients. When I only have a few fresh ingredients around, the inspiration tends to falter a little.
However, on Sunday, perhaps brought on by the bitingly cold weather, or perhaps because I know holidays tend to mean over indulging, I was struck by a sudden need to make a simple brown rice and vegetable soup. In fact, I almost felt in a relaxed trance as I hovered about the kitchen chopping ingredients and stirring the soup pot, and smiling down at the colourful array of vegetables that I was trying to use up-carrots, green capsicum, mushrooms, tomato, green and purple cabbage. Then, once the soup was done, I felt completely content.
The soup was just what I wanted. Delicious, wholesome, and oh so comforting.
So, I will leave you for the next 3 weeks with this recipe for this Brown Rice and Vegetable soup. When I return, I will have LOTS of photos of our travels to share with you. In addition, I have been given access to take photos inside a pretty special restaurant. I can't wait to share it with you!
Bon Appétit and see you in 3 weeks!
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How to Make Brown Rice & Vegetable Soup
- Place a large pot over a medium heat. Add the olive oil, onion, celery, and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the rosemary, tomato, mushrooms, capsicum, cabbage, salt and pepper, carrot, and rice. Cook until the cabbage begins to soften, then add vegetable stock.
- Simmer and cook until the rice is softened.
- Stir through the fresh parsley to serve.
See list of ingredients and full instructions below.
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📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ½ litres vegetable stock
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 large cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chopped mushrooms
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1 green capsicum, pepper, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cabbage, I used a mixture of purple and green
- ¾ cup brown rice
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, to serve
Instructions
- Place a large pot over a medium heat. Add the olive oil, onion, celery, and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
- Add the rosemary, tomato, mushrooms, capsicum, cabbage, salt and pepper, carrot, and rice. Cook until the cabbage begins to soften before adding the vegetable stock.
- Simmer and cook until the rice is softened.
- Stir through the fresh parsley to serve.
Nadia says
Have fun on your trip!!! We are waiting to see tons of photos and happy smiles! 🙂 My recent post storage options
Jenn Brigole says
Oh, wow. Have a safe and fun vacation. I am almost anxious to see and know what kind of restaurant you visit in your hiatus. Pictures please. :)) But for now, I'll try and calm myself with this simply comforting soup you have.
CC11 says
Have a wonderful time!!!
delicieux says
Thanks 😀 I am sure we will!
Sylvie@GITK says
Fiji too! Oh wow, that's going to be great. Enjoy and take lots of pictures! My recent post pea- edamame and mint soup with feta holding on to spring
Jeanette says
What a lovely soup, and a great way to clean out your refrigerator before your holiday - enjoy your time away - Fiji sounds fantastic! My recent post Farmers Market Sandwich - Pesto- Mozzarella- and Tomato Sandwich
Gastronomy Gal says
Have an amazing time. So glad you get to go!
Johanna Anning says
Wishing you a smashing trip! I love New York to bits and we to went on a bit of a foodies/restaurant tour in the Big Apple. We love Daniels Steakhouse (very $$) and The Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station. Have fun!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
Have a safe and fun trip! 😀
maureen says
This soup looks so good and I'm imagining you on your holiday with a huge smile and a full tummy. I hope you're having a fabulous time. My recent post Sex On a Spoon
Lisa @ Tarte du Jour says
Your soup looks deliciously soul warming! Have a super vacation! Rest and enjoy your time away. My recent post Happy first anniversary Tarte du Jour! Im celebrating with a tarte aux fruits filled with crème pâtissière
Maria @ Scandifoodie says
Perfect soup! Looking forward to hearing all about your trip!
betty says
this sounds lovely so hearty and wintery comforty 😀