Step 1

Place all ingredients for Soup Mixture into blender and secure lid.

Step 2

For Blendtec: Press the SOUPS button or blend on a High speed for 90-180 seconds, blending longer for hotter soup.

Step 3

For Vitamix: VARIABLE, speed #Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to VARIABLE, speed #10, then to HIGH. Blend for 2 minutes or until warm.

Step 4

Pour the creamy soup mixture into a bowl and stir in the Chopped Vegetable Mixture.

Step 5

Garnish with the chopped parsley.

Step 6

Soup may be served warm or cold.