Write step-by-step instructions on how to make a homemade vegetable soup that includes how to chop and prepare the vegetables, which type of broth to use and how to make it, which spices to add, and how long to cook the soup for optimal flavor. Please include measurements for the ingredients and the type of cooking pot or tool needed. Additionally, please provide tips on how to adjust the recipe for different dietary restrictions or personal preferences, such as adding meat or using vegetable-based broth.
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