Easy Hearty Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup — American Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups chopped kale or spinach

Instructions

1. In the slow cooker, combine the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
2. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, green beans, and corn.
3. Sprinkle in the thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the chopped kale or spinach until wilted.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.