1. Sausage and White Bean Soup with Parmesan Croutons
In this Tuscan-inspired recipe you’ll find Italian sausage, orzo and cannellini beans. The crumbled sausage meat mixed with tomato paste is cooked in a broth with the orzo, while the beans are added at the very end along with some spinach. This nourishing soup is topped with Parmesan croutons, which add taste and texture.
COMFORT FOOD
Sausage and White Bean Soup with Parmesan Croutons
2. Tofu and Sweet Potato Curry Soup
This Asian-inspired vegetarian soup is based on a vegetable broth enhanced by miso, curry paste and coconut milk. Sweet potatoes are cooked in the liquid, while the tofu is only added at the end. Ladle out the sweet potatoes and tofu into bowls alongside rice noodles before adding the hot broth. Shallots, green onions and mint give a touch of freshness to this aromatic medley.
VEGETARIAN
Tofu and Sweet Potato Curry Soup
3. Cream of Mushroom Soup with Seared Salmon
The pink, tender salmon fillets in this recipe are simply placed in the centre of a shallow plate. Then, add a velvety mixture on top with two textures of mushrooms—puréed and sliced. This sophisticated soup is accompanied by caramelized lemon wedges and chopped dill.
4. Hearty Tortellini and Squash Soup
Tortellini in a soup? Definitely! In this meal-sized soup, stuffed commercial pasta is mixed with butternut squash in a broth along with some sage and spinach. Top the bowls with Parmesan and garlic croutons for a gourmet finish.
5. Pasta and Chickpea Ragù
This hearty soup is a perfect weekday dinner in winter. Canned chickpeas are simmered in broth with herbs and blended to obtain a smooth purée. Cooked pasta is then added for extra oomph. Garnish with a few chickpeas and Parmesan-type cheese shavings, such as Grana Padano.
VEGETARIAN
Pasta and Chickpea Ragù
6. Dairy-Free Potato Chowder
In this bowl of warming seafood- and dairy-free chowder, you’ll find all the ingredients and herbs of the original version, including leek, celery, potatoes and corn. A non-dairy vegetable beverage is added at the end to add creaminess and give the soup body.
DAIRY- AND LACTOSE-FREE
Dairy-Free Potato Chowder
7. Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
Do you have carrots, wilted celery and leftover chicken in the fridge? That’s everything you need to make this satiating, delicious and super-quick soup. Add some salted herbs and—at the very end—arugula for a welcome peppery taste. This soup is your new secret weapon to give leftovers new life.
Chicken
Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
8. Green Minestrone
As with classic minestrone, this soup has beans and pasta in broth. But instead of tomatoes and carrots, how about zucchini, leek, spinach and pesto? It’s a great way to add some greens to your winter dishes.
LUNCH
Green Minestrone
9. Mushroom Barley Soup with Poached Egg
This recipe requires few ingredients, but is hearty enough to satisfy the whole family. There’s even a poached egg placed on top at the end to make this a complete meal.
BARLEY AND QUINOA
Mushroom Barley Soup with Poached Egg
10. Hearty Swiss Chard, Orzo, Mushroom and Pancetta Soup
For this flavour-packed soup, cook pancetta in a pan with mushrooms, leek and Swiss chard stems. Then add broth, orzo and the Swiss chard leaves and serve it with croutons au gratin on the side.
To warm up this winter, rediscover some classic soups to get you through the season:
