Let’s try a few of these easy, tasty, and warm soup recipes you can make in just one pot.
Cold weather means one thing: warm meals are a priority! There’s nothing more classic than a delicious, warm soup on a cold winter day. Soups can be incredibly easy to customize, to incorporate leftover ingredients or veggies you have lying around, or as experiments for new recipes, flavors, or spices. Let’s take a look at some easy one-pot soup recipes you can try this cold-weather season.
Vegetable Soups
Vegetable soups are a fantastic way to add fiber, vitamins, and nutrients to your diet. A classic vegetable soup is an easy way to increase your veggie intake; consider substituting vegetable broth or stock instead of chicken stock for a vegetarian version of this dish. There are so many different recipes for veggie soup. Try researching a few to see which recipe looks the best to you. If you have an immersion blender, which is a great tool for creamy, blended soups, try this creamy veggie soup.
For a gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan soup, this easy lentil soup is a great, flavorful option. An Italian classic, minestrone is a go-to for many. Potato soup is a classic; this one-pot potato soup is easy and delicious, but keep an eye out for some other potato soup options in this blog. This vegan tortilla soup is creamy and delicious, and you can add seasonings and toppings, like jalapenos, red pepper flakes, or charred corn, to suit your taste preferences. For a more adventurous flavor profile, try this creamy spicy carrot and tahini recipe, or this coconut green soup.
Soups with Chicken
Chicken is a classic in soup; from a classic chicken noodle, a chicken pot pie-inspired dish, chicken and rice, or a brothy but rich chicken soup, the options are endless. Try incorporating extra veggies you have lying around, or try using new spices or seasonings like ginger, turmeric, or chili powder. For a delightful spin on a classic, try this chicken and gnocchi soup. Gnocchi is a pillowy, light yet chewy style of Italian noodle that is easy and fun to incorporate. For a rich, flavorful take, try this “marry me” chicken soup with sun-dried tomatoes. Try this Italian-inspired Sicilian chicken soup. And, if a slow cooker soup is more your style, try this easy chicken stew you can make during the day.
Pork-Based or Topped Soups
Pork and sausage can be a great way to add richness and decadence to soups. A twist on a classic, pork noodle soup has many of the staples of chicken noodle, but incorporates pork tenderloin for protein. This pork stew incorporates boneless pork loin, while this pork stew uses a pork shoulder. For a culinary trip down to Mexico, try this quick taco soup with lime, chili, and pulled pork that is carnitas-inspired. For an Asian-inspired meal, try this savory pork noodle soup with sesame and ginger. And, for a super-easy crockpot recipe, give this slow-roasted spare rib recipe a try. Lastly, give this easy ground pork and veggie soup a try for an interesting combination of flavors and vegetables.
Remember those creamy potato soups? Bacon is a key topping, especially for a loaded baked potato soup recipe, which is one of our favorites. You can even make a crockpot version of this dish. If dairy isn’t your thing, give this version a try.
Beef
Beef stews or vegetable beef soups can be packed with protein and are rich in flavor. Tender, pull-apart beef is easy to do in a slow cooker or crock pot, like this recipe, but can easily be made on the stovetop in one pot, too. This mushroom and beef noodle soup is rich and delicious, bump up your leafy greens with this spinach and beef stew, or give this beef stroganoff recipe a try.
These are just a few of the countless amazing soup recipes available online. Do a little research and find a new favorite, an idea incorporating veggies in your refrigerator, a recipe with an exciting new ingredient, or try making a homemade crusty bread to pair with your delectable soup. Visit the CapTel blog for more recipes and ideas for your winter meals.
