Kitchen Sink Soup Recipe

Transform your fridge leftovers into a delicious and hearty Kitchen Sink Soup! This adaptable recipe is perfect for using up odds and ends, vegetables, proteins, and pantry staples. A customizable culinary adventure, perfect for a weeknight meal or a fun weekend project. Get creative and discover your own unique flavor combinations!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 197.4 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Kitchen Sink Soup

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Kitchen Sink Soup

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Garlic Clove
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • Carrot
  • 1 (24-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • Beef Stock
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • Chicken Leg
  • Rotini Pasta
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Italian Seasoning

How to Make Kitchen Sink Soup

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic, and 2 stalks celery, chopped, in 1 tablespoon olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add 1 cup chopped carrots and sauté for another 3 minutes.
  3. Pour in 1 (24-ounce) jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce and 4 cups of vegetable or chicken broth.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (adjust seasonings to your taste).
  6. Add 1 cup broken spaghetti noodles, 1/2 cup frozen peas, and 1/2 cup frozen corn.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer until the noodles are almost cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes until tender.
  9. Serve hot with crusty bread or your favorite buns.
  10. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

6g

Carbs

9g

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