Some of my fondest memories growing up in nearby Pittsfield were in the Village of New Berlin. Whether it was playing in the baseball leagues, going to New Berlin Youth Days Fair, working on the DPW, or simply going to a friendâs house. I remember the friendly and community oriented environment, and it was for this reason that my wife and I chose to call the Village of New Berlin home for our family.
Cook the soup for 15-20 minutes over a medium heat, or until the vegetables are tender. Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool slightly. Transfer the contents of your pot into your blender and puree until itâs smooth. Alternatively, you could use a stick blender to blend your soup right in the pot.
You donât even need to use cream for a creamy soup â for a smooth cream of asparagus soup, for example, you might cook a potato or two along with the asparagus, which adds a rich, creamy texture to the broth when pureed, and has the added benefit of being fat-free. 10. A Spoonful of Lemon. â¦Or lime, or red wine vinegar. With chunky vegetable soups (not creamy ones), sometimes a little squeeze of fresh lemon juice into a pot of cooling soup is all it takes to brighten all the flavors and make the whole thing shine.