12 Soup Recipes That Will Get You Thinking About Fall
Cozy sweaters, crunchy leaves and pumpkin spice lattes are giving all the autumn vibes. And as the calendar page turns and the air develops a crisp bite, our palates start to crave the warmth and comfort of fall flavors. The signals are loud and clear: it’s soup season!
There’s something deeply nostalgic and comforting about a simmering pot of soup that captures the very essence of autumn. Here are 12 fall soup recipes that are designed not just to warm your body, but also to stir up those cherished memories of arguably the best season of the year.
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Pumpkin and Pastina Soup
Pastina, or pasta in tiny shapes, gives this pumpkin soup recipe an extra layer of comfort.
There’s not a ton of prep work in this dish: simply sauté the leeks and add everything to a stockpot, bringing it to a gentle boil for about 30 minutes—perfect for a last-minute dinner or lunch at home.
Creamy Tortellini Soup
Dive into this velvety broth filled with tortellini, fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs.
This creamy tortellini soup offers the perfect harmony of comforting flavors and textures, with tender pasta, spicy Italian sausage, vibrant spinach and a hint of rich cream. It’s the ultimate bowl of warmth, perfect for those chilly nights when you need a touch of indulgence to chase away the cold.
Serve in your favorite soup bowl with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a crusty slice of bread.
Zucchini Noodle Wonton Soup
Homemade wontons are what truly set this soul-soothing soup apart.
While this wonton filling calls for ground pork, bok choy and shallots, you can easily sub in your favorites, like ground chicken, napa cabbage or even shiitake mushrooms. The broth, simmered with garlic and ginger, help the spiralizer-created zucchini noodles come to life, tying the entire dish together.
Thai Pumpkin Curry Soup
The autumnal richness of pumpkin meets the spicy allure of curry in this velvety fall soup concoction.
It’s not too spicy though; in fact, the coconut milk, pumpkin and surprise ingredient—an Asian sweet potato or yam—mellow out the flavors so that each bite is balanced yet bursting with flavor.
Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Croutons
When you think of fall soup, butternut squash is likely the first thing that comes to mind. This recipe elevates the classic soup with the sweetness of apples, which are cooked down alongside warm spices, onion and garlic, then whipped until ultra-smooth with an immersion blender.
Dunk your hearty, toasty baguette slices in this soup to add a little extra texture.
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White Bean Chicken Soup
Tender chicken and cannellini beans may be the stars of this dish—but it wouldn’t be complete without the hearty supporting cast of onions, carrots, celery, lemon, jalapeño, Swiss chard and dill.
Paired with good, crusty bread or sprinkled with a bit of aged Parmesan as the final touch, this soup will warm you from the inside out.
Shrimp and Leek Bread Soup
Shrimp and aromatic leeks meld together in a broth that’s rich and flavorful, while chunks of bread soak up all the goodness of the dish and transform into soft, flavorful morsels.
The combination of fish stock, white wine, chicken stock, lemon zest and hint of heat create layers of depth that you’ll want to keep coming back to for a weeknight meal.
Classic Minestrone Soup
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Italy with this Classic Minestrone Soup recipe.
Brimming with an abundance of vibrant vegetables and hearty beans, this soup is a celebration of flavors and textures. Every spoonful captures the essence of a rustic Italian kitchen, where fresh ingredients and age-old traditions collide.
One of the great things about this recipe is how easy it is to substitute with your favorite ingredients. You can add pasta or use different seasonal veggies that look the freshest near you—there’s no wrong way to make minestrone.
Carrot and Orange Soup
This simple soup really only has five main ingredients and comes together in just 30 minutes!
The bright colors, rich flavors and silky-smooth consistency will make you want to add this to your weekly meal rotation—and it’s the perfect addition to warm up any chilly night.
Sweet Potato, Apple and Ginger Soup
We love a good potato soup recipe—and this one takes it up a notch!
Tart apples and juice give this soup a tangy twist, and it’s elevated by a zesty kick of fresh ginger. It’s quick to make so it’s a great option for a weeknight meal, but it’s also elegant enough to serve guests too—making it great for a dinner party or luncheon.
French Onion Soup
French onion soup, a timeless classic from the heart of French cuisine.
Caramelized onions, simmered slowly to draw out their natural sweetness, create a broth that’s both rich and aromatic. Served in individual ramekins and topped with a toasted slice of crusty bread and a generous layer of melted, golden-brown Gruyère cheese, each spoonful promises a melty, flavorful escape, transporting you straight to a cozy bistro on the streets of Paris.
Easy Mushroom and Leek Soup
Bursting with umami flavor, where earthy mushrooms pair harmoniously with the subtle, oniony sweetness of leeks, this recipe is proof that simple can be elegant and delicious.
Pureed in a food processor or blender, this decadently creamy fall soup recipe will have you wanting to curl up on the couch with a steaming bowl in hand. For toppings, drizzle with truffle oil, garnish with straw mushrooms and sprinkle with chives to finish.
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