Best 20 Winter Soup Recipes

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As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, a warm and hearty soup is the perfect way to warm up your body and soul. Winter soups are a great way to use up seasonal vegetables and herbs, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you prefer a classic chicken noodle soup, a creamy vegetable soup, or a spicy chili, there's a winter soup out there for everyone. So grab a bowl and a spoon, and let's get started on finding the best recipe for your next winter feast.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

WINTER SQUASH SOUP



Winter Squash Soup image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon good olive oil
2 cups chopped yellow onions (2 onions)
1 (15 - ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 1/2 pounds butternut squash, peeled and cut in chunks
3 cups homemade chicken stock or canned broth
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup half - and - half
Creme fraiche, grated Gruyere, or croutons (see Note), for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a heavy - bottomed stockpot, add the onions, and cook over medium - low heat for 10 minutes, or until translucent. Add the pumpkin puree, butternut squash, chicken stock, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer over medium - low heat for about 20 minutes, until the butternut squash is very tender. Process the mixture through the medium blade of a food mill. Return to the pot, add the half - and - half, and heat slowly. If the soup needs more flavor, add another teaspoon of salt. Serve hot with garnishes, if desired.
  • Cook's Note: To serve with croutons, remove the crusts from 2 slices of white bread, cut them in 1/2-inch cubes, and saute them in 1 tablespoon of butter until browned. Season with salt and pepper.

WINTER LENTIL VEGETABLE SOUP



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This soup has very little fat, is cheap and easy to make and delicious. Our family practically lives on it in the winter and I usually double the recipe. Sprinkle grated cheddar on top if you wish. If you can't hang around long enough for this to cook, put it in a slow cooker.

Provided by Cecile Leverman

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

Time 3h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup red or green lentils
1 cup chopped onion
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
3 carrots, chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Place the lentils into a stockpot or a Dutch oven and add water to twice the depth of the lentils. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse lentils; return them to the pot.
  • Add onion, celery, cabbage, tomatoes, chicken broth, carrots and garlic to the pot and season with salt, pepper, sugar, basil, thyme and curry. Cook, simmering for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until desired tenderness is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 938 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

WINTER ROOT VEGETABLE SOUP



Winter Root Vegetable Soup image

I needed to use up root vegetables I had on hand and came up with this recipe. A creamy, savory, and slightly sweet soup that is comforting on a cold winter night.

Provided by LOOSENUP

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 celery root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 turnips, quartered
1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (2 pound) butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 stalk celery, diced
½ sweet onion, diced
1 quart vegetable broth
½ cup half-and-half cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine parsnips, carrots, celery root, turnips, sweet potato, and butternut squash in a large roasting pan. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Toss vegetables to evenly distribute seasonings.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until the vegetables are easily pierced with a fork, 30 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir in the celery and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, uncovered. Stir in the roasted vegetables and continue simmering for 10 minutes. Puree the soup using an immersion blender. Stir in the half and half, and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. If the soup becomes too thick, add more vegetable broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 22.7 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1786.4 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

HEARTY WINTER-VEGETABLE SOUP



Hearty Winter-Vegetable Soup image

On a chilly day, this rustic soup -- made with potatoes, leeks, butternut squash, and escarole -- will warm you right up. Serve it with our Popovers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 leeks, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, cut into 1-inch pieces, and washed well
3 celery stalks, cut on the bias into 1/2-inch-thick pieces
3 medium carrots, cut into cubes
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 pinches of red-pepper flakes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 1/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
1 1/2 cups water
1 small (1 to 1 1/2 pounds) butternut squash, peeled and cut into cubes
2 Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 ounces), cut into cubes
1 head escarole, cut into 1-inch-thick ribbons
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh mint
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium-high heat. Cook leeks, celery, carrots, garlic, red-pepper flakes, and 1 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until leeks are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add stock and water, and bring to a boil.
  • Add squash and potatoes. Return to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in escarole and chickpeas, and return to a boil. Stir in lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

WINTER HARVEST VEGETABLE SOUP



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Rich, earthy root vegetables blend with savory spices and the tartness of apples in this wonderful soup from Barbara Marakowski of Loysville, Pennsylvania. "A friend gave me this low-fat recipe after my husband's cardiac surgery and now, it's our favorite. It gets even better with reheating!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 medium carrots, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 cup chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
7 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
2 large tart apples, peeled and chopped
2 medium turnips, peeled and chopped
2 parsnips, peeled and sliced
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and stir the carrots, celery and onions in butter and oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , Add the broth, potatoes, squash, apples, turnips, parsnips and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Stir in the basil, thyme and pepper; simmer 15 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf before serving. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



Winter Vegetable Soup image

I'VE ENJOYED this soup for years because it tastes good, is simple to make and doesn't leave a lot of leftovers. When there's a chill in the air, a steaming bowl of this savory soup is welcome. -Mavis Diment, Marcus, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 small potato, peeled and cubed
1 large carrot, sliced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup broccoli florets
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add the broth, potato, carrot and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, salt if desired and pepper; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 125mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLE AND SQUASH SOUP



Roasted Winter Vegetable and Squash Soup image

Winter squash and root vegetables are pan-roasted with herbs, then simmered in vegetable stock. I served this at Thanksgiving and it was unique, delicious, and vegan! Serve topped with chopped parsley (or sour cream, if you don't need this dish to be vegan.)

Provided by shangobunni

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 small sugar pumpkin - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 small butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
2 carrots, cut into rounds, or more to taste
1 parsnip, cubed
1 small turnip, cubed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 sprigs fresh thyme
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh sage
1 small bunch fresh parsley
3 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
1 quart vegetable stock

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a deep skillet. Add onion and saute over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add pumpkin, butternut squash, carrots, parsnip, and turnip. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
  • Add thyme, rosemary, sage, parsley, and bay leaves to the pot, tucking the sprigs down into the vegetables so they can release their oils. Add garlic and continue to stir occasionally. Be careful not to let the garlic burn. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable stock in a separate pot. Add all the vegetables from the skillet. Check seasoning and adjust if necessary. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Retrieve all herb sprigs. Serve as is or allow soup to cool and blend in a blender to desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 345.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

ALTON BROWN'S WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



Alton Brown's Winter Vegetable Soup image

I watched Alton make this on The Best Thing I Ever Made. Posting here to make when it turns cooler. :) If you like, you can leave out the cheese to make this vegan.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup olive oil
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, halved and sliced (baby portobella or mushrooms of choice)
2 medium carrots, finely diced
2 celery ribs, finely diced
1 large onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon kosher salt
one can whole canned tomatoes (35 ounce)
2 teaspoons fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaf, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 quarts filtered water
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
one piece parmesan rind (2x2 inch)
7 ounces butternut squash, cubed
5 ounces curly kale, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans, undrained
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
shaved parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Place 2 tablespoons of the olive oil into an 8-quart stockpot over high heat until the oil shimmers. Add the mushrooms and saute until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the mushrooms from the pan and set aside.
  • Decrease the heat to low, add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the carrots, celery, onions and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 30 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, sage, rosemary and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring to break up the tomatoes. Add the water, soy sauce and Parmesan rind, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, about 15 minutes. Decrease the heat to low, add the squash and kale, cover and cook until tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Return the mushrooms to the pot along with the beans and red wine vinegar and cook until all is heated through, about 15 minutes. Remove the cheese rind and serve warm with shaved Parmesan.

ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



Roasted Winter Vegetable Soup image

This is a tasty and satisfying pureed soup that makes the best of the humble produce that winter farmers' markets have to offer.

Provided by Always Cooking Up Something

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Butternut Squash Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
1 pinch kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
cooking spray
1 small butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into large chunks
3 rutabagas, peeled and cubed
4 parsnips, peeled and thickly sliced
4 new potatoes, peeled and halved
10 cups chicken stock
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons white truffle oil

Steps:

  • With a mortar and pestle, grind together rosemary and kosher salt. Pour in olive oil and continue to mash until the oil starts to turn a darker green. Set aside for about an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Coat a shallow roasting pan with cooking spray.
  • Place the squash, rutabagas, parsnips and potatoes in a large bowl. Pour the olive oil mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the bowl. Toss vegetables with oil to coat.
  • Evenly spread vegetables on the prepared pan. Roast 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until nicely browned and cooked through. You may need to remove some of the smaller pieces from the oven before all of the vegetables are cooked to avoid burning them.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, simmer chicken stock in a large pot over medium low heat. When the vegetables are done add them to the simmering chicken stock and simmer together for about 10 minutes.
  • Use an immersion blender to puree the soup in the pot, or puree in batches in a blender or food processor. Add extra broth or water if the soup is too thick. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in warmed bowls, garnishing each serving by drizzling a quarter teaspoon of balsamic vinegar and a quarter teaspoon of white truffle oil over the soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 10.7 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 951.2 mg, Sugar 15.4 g

ROASTED WINTER SQUASH AND APPLE SOUP



Roasted Winter Squash and Apple Soup image

This Roasted Winter Squash and Apple Soup is the an amazing fall dish, with both savory and sweet tastes mixing together for the perfect flavor profile. This recipe has been adapted from Dr. Andrew Weil's book "The Healthy Kitchen" (Knopf, 2005).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large winter squash (about 2 1/2 pounds), such as butternut or kabocha, peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium onions, peeled and quartered
3 cloves garlic, peeled
2 apples, such as Granny Smith, peeled, cored, and quartered
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt
Chili powder, for seasoning (optional)
4 cups Andy's Vegetable Stock
Cilantro Walnut Pesto, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large roasting pan, toss squash, onions, garlic, and apples with oil to coat. Season well with salt and chile powder. Roast, stirring every 10 minutes, until vegetables are fork-tender and lightly browned, about 40 minutes.
  • Transfer half the vegetables and 2 cups stock to a food processor; puree until smooth. Repeat with remaining vegetables and broth. Return pureed mixture to pot, thinning soup with stock, if necessary. Season with salt and chile powder; bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Serve immediately, garnished with Cilantro Walnut Pesto, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 3 g

ROASTED WINTER SQUASH SOUP



Roasted Winter Squash Soup image

A delicious, versatile squash soup perfect for chilly fall and winter nights. Use butternut squash or pumpkin and it's a delicious addition to a holiday table. Source: Chef Joel Olson

Provided by Tracy K

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs butternut squash (acorn, or other winter squashes, etc)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, mashed to a paste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
4 cups chicken stock
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400.
  • Cut the squash in half, seed it, and quarter it.
  • Brush well with olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Place cut side up in a baking dish and roast until squash is soft and browned at the edges, 45 minutes-1 hour.
  • When squash is tender throughout, scoop flesh from skin and set aside.
  • These steps can be done ahead of time and frozen for later use.
  • Cook onion in butter over medium low heat until soft.
  • Onion should be sweated, not cooked till brown or caramelized.
  • Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Add the wine and cook, stirring frequently, until reduced to nearly dry (about ten minutes).
  • Combine the herbs and spices (thyme through fresh parsley) in a cheesecloth bundle/bouquet garni, add it to the pot.
  • Add the squash pulp to the pot.
  • Gradually add the chicken stock to desired thickness (you may not need all 4 cups), and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to simmer, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Simmer soup for 20 minutes.
  • Remove cheesecloth bundle/bouquet garni, and puree soup with hand blender or food processor until it is the desired consistency.
  • Serve hot.

WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH GRUYèRE CROUTONS



Winter Squash Soup with Gruyère Croutons image

In France, this soup would be prepared with a baking pumpkin. A mixture of butternut and acorn squashes mimics the French pumpkin's exceptional taste and texture.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Milk/Cream     Blender     Cheese     Vegetable     Thanksgiving     Lunch     Butternut Squash     Winter     Bon Appétit     Fall     Halloween     Kid-Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

Soup
1/4 cup ( 1/2 stick) butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 14 1/2-ounce cans low-salt chicken broth
4 cups 1-inch pieces peeled butternut squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
4 cups 1-inch pieces peeled acorn squash (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1 1/4 teaspoons minced fresh sage
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons sugar
Croutons
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
24 1/4-inch-thick baguette bread slices
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage

Steps:

  • For soup:
  • Melt butter in large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Add broth, all squash and herbs; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until squash is very tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Working in batches, puree soup in blender. Return soup to same pot. Stir in cream and sugar; bring to simmer. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.)
  • For croutons:
  • Preheat broiler. Butter 1 side of each bread slice. Arrange bread, buttered side up, on baking sheet. Broil until golden, about 1 minute. Turn over. Sprinkle cheese, then thyme and sage over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until cheese melts, about 1 minute. Ladle soup into bowls. Top each with croutons and serve.

WINTER SQUASH SOUP



Winter Squash Soup image

I enjoy trying new recipes and adding different seasonings to enhance the flavor. This is a tasty way to serve squash.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups mashed cooked butternut, acorn or Hubbard squash
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the celery, onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add the broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in the squash, parsley, salt, savory, rosemary and nutmeg and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until heated through. Cool slightly., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return to the pan and heat through. Gradually stir in cream. Cook 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PURéED WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH GINGER



Puréed Winter Squash Soup With Ginger image

One of the most comforting dishes you can make with winter squash is a puréed soup. I use rice to thicken this one, but you could also use a potato, or not add additional starch at all, as the squash itself has a lot of body. To enhance the flavor, this one calls for ginger, with a little lime juice and a swirl of yogurt added before serving.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola or rice bran oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 carrot, diced
2 pounds peeled winter squash, like butternut or kabocha
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
6 1/2 cups water, chicken stock or vegetable stock
1/3 cup rice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ginger juice (made by grating a teaspoon of fresh ginger, wrapping in cheesecloth and squeezing the cheesecloth)
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 lime
4 to 6 tablespoons plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven and add the onion and carrot. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the winter squash, garlic and minced ginger and cook, stirring, until the mixture smells fragrant, about 1 minute
  • Add the water or stock, the rice and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the squash is very tender
  • Using a hand blender, or in batches in a regular blender, purée the soup. If using a regular blender, cover the top with a towel pulled down tight, rather than airtight with the lid. Return to the pot and heat through. Stir in the ginger juice, taste and season with salt and pepper. If desired, thin out with a little more water or stock
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and add a tablespoon of yogurt (more to taste), then slowly swirl the yogurt into the soup with a spoon. Squeeze a few drops of lime juice onto each serving and sprinkle with whisper of nutmeg

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 154, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1094 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP WITH TURNIPS, CARROTS, POTATOES AND LEEKS



Winter Vegetable Soup With Turnips, Carrots, Potatoes and Leeks image

I use the food mill instead of a blender - immersion or regular - because I love the texture of the soup when it's put through the mill's coarse blade, resulting in a flavorful, colorful mixture that you can almost chew on. But you can use a blender to purée the soup. The texture will be coarsest - which is what you want - if you use an immersion blender.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large leeks (1 to 1 1/2 pounds), white parts only, cleaned and sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 large carrots (10 ounces), diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 large or 2 medium turnips (10 ounces), peeled and diced
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and diced
A bouquet garni made with a bay leaf and a few sprigs each thyme and parsley
Salt and black pepper
1/4 cup crème fraîche, more to taste
Chopped fresh parsley or tarragon, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, combine the leeks, garlic, carrots, celery, turnips, potatoes, bouquet garni, 1 1/2 quarts water, 2 to 3 teaspoons salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until the vegetables are very soft.
  • Pass the soup through the coarse blade of a food mill (or purée using a blender or an immersion blender).
  • Return soup to the pot and whisk in 1/4 cup crème fraîche (or more, to taste). Heat through, taste and adjust seasonings (be generous with salt and pepper). To serve, garnish each bowl with a spoonful of crème fraîche and a sprinkle of parsley or tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 136, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 657 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

CREAMY WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



Creamy Winter Vegetable Soup image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 large fresh bay leaves
1/4 cup EVOO
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped or grated
2 carrots, thinly sliced
2 ribs celery with leafy tops, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 leeks, halved and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
2 parsnips, thinly sliced
2 medium starchy potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 bulb fennel, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 small butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Bundle of fresh herbs such as parsley, sage, thyme, marjoram or rosemary
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons EVOO
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
4 cups diced stale white peasant-style bread
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • For the creamy winter vegetable soup: Heat the EVOO in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, leeks, parsnips, potatoes, fennel and squash as you chop them and sprinkle with some salt and pepper. Nestle the bay leaves and herb bundle into the vegetables, partially cover and cook until softened, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes. Pour in the wine and reduce until almost evaporated. Then add the stock, bring to a boil and then turn down to a simmer. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium to medium-high heat, and then whisk in the flour 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Cook until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Pour the thickened milk mixture into the simmering vegetable soup, stir to combine and simmer a couple of minutes. For the cheesy croutons: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic 1 minute, and then add the bread and toast until golden, stirring occasionally. Transfer to baking sheet and dress with the cheese. Bake to set the cheese and further dry out the croutons, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the herb bundle and bay leaves from the soup and serve with the croutons.

WINTER WARMER CARROT, CELERY AND POTATO SOUP



Winter Warmer Carrot, Celery and Potato Soup image

This is my take on carrot soup. Paprika and cumin give it a spicy and smoky taste and turmeric gives it a glowing color.

Provided by ladyinred

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb carrot, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 red potatoes, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 cups vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil.
  • Saute the onions till soft.
  • Add the celery and the potato.
  • Saute for a minute or so.
  • Add the carrots.
  • Lower the heat and cook covered for 10 minutes. Keep stirring every 3-4 minutes so that it doesn't stick to the pot.
  • Add the 2 cups of vegetable stock.
  • Add the herbs rubbing them between your fingers to make the more fragrant.
  • Stir in the cumin, turmeric and paprika.
  • Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes more.
  • Let it cool then blend it in a blender or food processer.
  • Stir in the milk.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

WINTER MELON MEATBALL SOUP



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This soup is very warming. I love to make this during the winter months when it's chilly outside.

Provided by mal

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

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground pork
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ bunch cilantro leaves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 eggs
6 cups water
2 pounds Chinese winter melon (dong gua), cut into 1 inch cubes
3 slices fresh ginger
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Sprinkle pork with cornstarch, cilantro, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Mix eggs into pork until completely incorporated and the mixture becomes sticky.
  • Combine water, winter melon, ginger, salt, and sugar in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, form 1 teaspoon-sized meatballs out of the pork mixture. Gently drop meatballs into simmering soup; simmer 8 to 10 minutes more until meatballs have cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 69.9 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1110.9 mg, Sugar 4 g

PURéE OF WINTER VEGETABLE SOUP



Purée of Winter Vegetable Soup image

Living in France, I was always impressed by the bags of mixed vegetables, called soupe, sold in farmers' markets and supermarkets alike. The bags usually included an onion, carrots and celery, a leek, a turnip or two and a bouquet garni consisting of a bay leaf, a sprig of thyme and another of parsley. I've added root vegetables to this ginger-scented soup, which is inspired by the many simple suppers I enjoyed in the homes of French friends.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves six

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 pound leeks 1 large or 2 small, white and light green parts only, cleaned well and sliced
1/2 pound carrots 2 large, peeled and sliced
1/2 pound kohlrabi, trimmed, peeled and diced
1/2 pound turnips, peeled and diced
6 ounces potatoes 2 medium, peeled and diced
1 1/2 quarts water, chicken stock or vegetable stock (see note)
2 fat slices ginger, peeled
1 bay leaf
A couple of sprigs each thyme and parsley
12 peppercorns
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the onion. Cook, stirring, until it begins to soften, about three minutes. Add the leeks and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until tender but not browned, about five more minutes. Add the carrots, kohlrabi, turnips, potatoes and water or stock. Bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, wrap the ginger, bay leaf, thyme, parsley and peppercorns in cheesecloth. Tie them up to make a bouquet garni, and add to the pot. Add salt to taste (about 2 teaspoons), reduce the heat, cover and simmer one hour. Remove the cheesecloth bag, and discard.
  • Blend the soup until smooth with an immersion blender or in batches in a regular blender. (Do not put the top on tight; cover the top with a towel to prevent hot splashes.) Pour the soup through a strainer into a bowl; press the soup through the strainer with the back of a ladle or with a pestle. Return to the pot and heat through. Add lots of freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 131, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1070 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

WINTER SQUASH SOUP WITH A SWEET HEAT



Winter Squash Soup with a Sweet Heat image

A delicious winter squash soup with a sweet heat taste. Brown sugar gives the sweetness and poblano and jalapeno peppers give the heat. This soup can be made with butternut, acorn, carnival, or delicata squash; it just needs to be a hard winter squash. This will get warmer from the peppers the longer it sits. If you like your soup a little thinner add water or additional chicken broth.

Provided by Molly

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (4 pound) winter squash, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 tablespoon butter
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
32 ounces chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place squash, cut-side down, in a baking pan and add 1-inch of water. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake squash in the preheated oven until tender, about 1 hour. Cool until able to handle, about 15 minutes. Scoop flesh into a bowl and discard squash skin.
  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, celery, poblano pepper, and jalapeno pepper in hot butter until softened but not browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir chicken broth, cooked squash, and salt into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until flavors blend, about 30 minutes.
  • Blend soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender until smooth. Stir brown sugar into soup; simmer for 10 minutes. Adjust brown sugar to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 2.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1162.9 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs will give your soup the best flavor. When they're in season, they're also more affordable.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors: There are endless possibilities when it comes to soup recipes. Try adding different spices, herbs, and vegetables to create your own unique flavor combinations.
  • Make a big batch of soup and freeze it for later: Soup is a great meal to have on hand for busy weeknights. Simply cook a large batch of soup on the weekend and then freeze it in individual portions. When you're ready to eat, just thaw a portion and reheat it.
  • Serve soup with a variety of toppings: Soup is a great way to show off your culinary skills. Serve it with a variety of toppings, such as croutons, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped herbs. This will allow your guests to customize their soup to their own liking.

Conclusion:

Soup is a delicious, nutritious, and versatile meal that can be enjoyed all year round. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a soup that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for a bowl of soup. You won't be disappointed.

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