Soup Lovers Swear by These 17 Recipes for Every Kind of Day
In the eyes of some people, soup is the best thing in the world. It’s easy to make, it’s often very cheap, and it’s delicious! It’s especially good if you’re feeling cold or sick, as generations of parents and grandparents have told their kids. Here, you can find 17 great recipes for soup that will suit every season and every craving.
Chicken Noodle Soup
This is a lot of people’s go-to during the cold winter months. To make it, combine tender chicken, egg noodles, carrots, celery, and onions in a rich, savory broth, then add fresh parsley and maybe a squeeze of lemon. It’ll warm you up instantly and leave you feeling great.
Tomato Soup
For a lot of people this is a summer soup, because summer is when the tomatoes start to grow. Blend ripe tomatoes, garlic, onions, and fresh basil into a nice puree, then add a little bit of cream. Some people like to eat theirs with a grilled cheese sandwich.
Butternut Squash Soup
Here’s a good one for vegetarians. Roast a butternut squash and blend it with onion, garlic, and vegetable stock, maybe adding a little bit of nutmeg. Then you can swirl in some sour cream – or coconut cream if you happen to be a vegan.
French Onion Soup
Make no mistake about it: the French know how to eat. To make this soup, caramelize some onions (admittedly this may take a little time) and mix them into a beefy broth. Then add a slice of toasted baguette with some cheese on top!
Miso Soup
This delicious dish comes to us from the land of Japan, another country famous for its flavors. It’s made with miso paste, tofu cubes, wakame seaweed, and green onions in a delicate dashi broth, and some people eat it with either sushi or steamed rice.
Spicy Black Bean Soup
This meat-free soup uses black beans, garlic, onions, cumin, and chili for a flavorful, hearty dish. Many people eat it as their lunch, and find it gives them enough energy to get through the rest of the day. Try it and see for yourself!
New England Clam Chowder
This chowder is a New England classic and maybe you’ll enjoy it too. It’s made from clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon, with perhaps a touch of thyme and a bay leaf. This is one people prefer to eat on cool days, as it warms them up from the inside.
Gazpacho
Gazpacho soup is served cold, so it’s great one to enjoy in the middle of summer. It’s easy to make as well, since all you have to do is blend tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onions, garlic, and vinegar. Oh, and it’s suitable for vegans of course!
Thai Coconut Chicken Soup
This is for people who are craving something a little out of the ordinary. Just combine creamy coconut milk, tender chicken, mushrooms, lemongrass, lime juice, and chili paste – or you could even leave out the chicken if you’re a vegan. Mix and match the ingredients to taste if you feel like experimenting in the kitchen.
Italian Wedding Soup
When Italian and American cuisines combined, the results were great dishes like this one. Italian Wedding Soup is made with meatballs, tender greens, and (traditionally) acini di pepe pasta. A wonderful hearty meal to eat during the winter… or to serve at an Italian wedding!
Lentil Soup
This fiber-rich soup features earthy and healthy lentils, carrots, celery, tomatoes, and warm spices like cumin or curry. If you’re a meat-eater, you could add sausage to it to make it even more hearty. It depends on what you’re craving!
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Not everyone likes broccoli, especially not children, but give it a try sometimes – you might discover you actually like it when it’s combined with cheese. And it’s so easy to make – just blend broccoli, shredded cheese, and cream. Some people like to serve it in a bread bowl.
Corn Chowder
Sweet corn, potatoes, onions, and sometimes bacon or ham come together in a yummy creamy base for this autumn favorite. It’s nostalgic and it’s hearty, and don’t forget you can make it suitable for vegetarians by leaving out the meat parts.
Matzo Ball Soup
A Jewish deli classic! This comforting chicken broth soup features fluffy matzo balls made from matzo meal, eggs, and schmaltz (chicken fat). Sometimes people throw in some carrots or celery as well. It’s considered especially good if you have a cold.
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Earthy-tasting mushrooms sautéed with garlic and onions are blended with broth and cream to create a luxurious soup. If you’re craving something with umami, then this is the dish for you. Serve with a grilled cheese sandwich for even more great taste, or just toast on its own if you’re not into cheese.
Tortilla Soup
Tortilla soup is a dish from (of course) Mexico, and it’s everything you could ever want in a meal. To make it, simply combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and crispy tortilla strips in a bowl, before adding lime juice, avocado, and cheese. People enjoy this one all the year round.
