Warm & Comforting Soup Recipes for Those Cold Winter Days

When the days grow colder, nothing beats a comforting bowl

of homemade soup to warm you up.

These hearty, flavorful recipes are perfect for winter and easy to prepare at home.

These soups are not only easy to make but also full of flavor to keep you cozy all winter long. Enjoy.

Spicy Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp grated ginger

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 tsp curry powder

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat coconut oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

2. Add cubed squash, curry powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.

3. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, until squash is tender.

4. Use an immersion blender (or regular blender) to puree the soup until smooth.

5. Stir in coconut milk and adjust seasoning.

6. Serve with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds and a swirl of coconut milk.

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 3 carrots, sliced

• 3 celery stalks, sliced

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 8 cups chicken broth

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken

• 2 cups egg noodles

• 2 tsp dried thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

2. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

3. Stir in shredded chicken, egg noodles, and thyme. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until noodles are tender.

4. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Potato and Leek Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 leeks (white and light green parts), sliced

• 1 onion, diced

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced

• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks and onion, cooking until softened.

2. Stir in potatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft.

3. Blend the mixture until smooth. Return to pot and stir in cream.

4. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Garnish with chives and serve with your favorite bread.

Hearty Lentil and Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 3 carrots, chopped

• 3 celery stalks, chopped

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed

• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

• 6 cups vegetable broth

• 2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 handfuls of fresh spinach, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.

2. Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, and smoked paprika. Stir well and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 min, until lentils are tender.

4. Stir in spinach and cook for 2-3 min until wilted. Adjust seasoning.

5. Serve with a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness.

Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

• 6 medium tomatoes

• 1 red bell pepper, halved

• 1 onion, quartered

• 6 garlic cloves

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Place tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 25-30 minutes.

3. Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender, add vegetable broth, and blend until smooth.

4. Pour the mixture into a pot over medium heat. Stir in the cream and freshly chopped basil.

5. Cook for another 5-7 min. Adjust seasoning if needed.

6. Serve with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and crusty bread.