Best 2 Old Fashioned Fruit Soup Recipes

Discover the nostalgic flavors of an Old Fashioned Fruit Soup, a classic homemade dessert that captures the essence of warm summer days and gatherings with loved ones. Embark on a culinary journey that blends fresh, seasonal fruits with a medley of spices, creating a soothing and aromatic soup that will transport you back to simpler times. Let this introduction inspire you to explore the delightful world of this timeless recipe and embrace the joy of cooking a dish that's both comforting and refreshing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD-FASHIONED VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP

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Better than Campbell's but just as comforting! Loosely based on a gourmet cooking magazine's recipe for Beef Barley soup, I didn't have any barley or okra, so I added root veggies to make it more hearty, like a rich broth with the chunkyness of stew. It turned out to be the best soup I've ever made! DH, stepson and baby girl kept coming back for more.

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 lb beef stew meat
1 onion
3 celery ribs
10 baby carrots (or a couple regular carrots)
2 potatoes (peeled if you like)
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen peas
2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes (I use salt-free)
3 1/2 cups beef broth (or 2 14-oz cans)
2 small bay leaves
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil (or any cooking oil)
4 cups water
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

Cut meat into small, bite-size (1/2") pieces.
In a large pot or dutch oven, saute meat in 1 T oil on medium-high heat until all sides are brown.
Set aside on a plate.
Chop celery, onion, potatoes, and carrots into bite-size pieces.
Saute celery and onion in remaining 1 T oil until onion is golden (about 10 minutes).
Add browned beef, water, broth, tomatoes with juices, carrots, potatoes, corn, bay leaves and garlic.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until beef is almost tender, about an hour.
Add peas and hot sauce to soup.
Cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 30 minutes longer.
Serve and season with freshly ground black pepper, hot sauce, or crumbled saltines, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.4, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 1040.5, Carbohydrate 46.5, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 10.7, Protein 34.9

OLD-FASHIONED FRUIT SOUP

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This recipe was made by a friend in high school (many, many years ago!!).

Provided by Pamela Logsdon

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Fruit Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

¾ cup chopped dried apricots
¾ cup chopped prunes
6 cups cold water
1 cinnamon stick
2 slices lemon
3 tablespoons instant tapioca
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon dried currants
1 tart apple - peeled, cored and chopped

Steps:

In a large pot combine apricots, prunes and water and let rest 30 minutes.
Stir in the cinnamon stick, lemon slices, tapioca and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in raisins, currants and apple and simmer 5 minutes more, until apples are tender. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Remove cinnamon stick and refrigerate until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 2.7 mg, Sugar 50.7 g

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
If you don't have fresh fruit, you can use frozen or canned fruit instead.
Be sure to wash the fruit thoroughly before using it.
Don't overcook the fruit, or it will become mushy.
Add sugar or honey to taste, if desired.
Serve the fruit soup chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned fruit soup is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, there is a fruit soup recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy dessert, give fruit soup a try. You won't be disappointed!