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Cozy Soup Recipes

A compilation of comforting and delicious soup recipes perfect for autumn.
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Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Temps de cuisson 30 minutes
Temps total 40 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Type de plat: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

Basic Ingredients
  • 1 medium onion Sautéed as a flavor base.
  • 2 cloves garlic Chopped for flavor.
  • 4 cups low sodium broth Base for soups.
  • 2 tbsp oil For sautéing.
  • 1 pinch salt To taste.
  • 1 pinch pepper To taste.
Vegetables
  • 1 medium sweet potato One star veggie for flavor.
  • 2 cups broccoli For blended soups.
  • 2 medium carrots Added for sweetness.
  • 1 cup zucchini Optional for variety.
Proteins
  • 1 cup canned beans Can be mixed in for protein.
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken Quick protein option.
  • 1 cup tofu Another protein option.
Flavor Boosters
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste For depth of flavor.
  • 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice To brighten the dish.
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs To finish the soup.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sauté the onion and garlic in oil until softened.
  2. Add in vegetables and cook until they begin to soften.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer.
  2. Add the protein of choice and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Let the soup simmer until all ingredients are cooked through.
Blending (for blended soups)
  1. Blend the soup until smooth if desired.
  2. Return to heat and adjust flavors.
Finishing Touches
  1. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs or cream.

Notes

For added texture, consider topping with crunchy elements like toasted bread crumbs or crispy shallots. Store leftovers properly to maintain flavor.