This cozy Veggie Pot Pie Soup captures all the flavors of a traditional pot pie—without the crust. It’s creamy, comforting, and loaded with wholesome vegetables for a hearty, satisfying vegetarian meal.
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or red)
6 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
½ cup milk or plant milk
2 tablespoons flour or 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: splash of cream, chopped parsley
Heat oil or butter in a large pot. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes.
Stir in garlic and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms soften.
Add potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, and broth. Simmer 15 minutes.
Mix milk with flour or cornstarch. Stir into soup and simmer until thickened.
Add peas and corn. Simmer 3–5 minutes more.
Stir in optional cream and parsley. Adjust seasoning. Serve warm.
Add white beans or tofu for protein.
Use oat milk and olive oil to keep it dairy-free.
Serve with biscuits or bread for a full meal.
Stores well for 4–5 days; freezes beautifully.