Is it just me – I think the BEST thing about winter is the soups!
From creamy classics to flavourful broths, we’ve rounded up the 10 best soups to enjoy this winter.
These recipes are not only delicious but also easy to make, so you can savour the season’s cosiest meals without spending hours in the kitchen. Grab your favourite ladle, and let’s dive into these warming bowls of goodness!
Here they are:
1. Pea & Ham Soup
Pea & Ham Soup is one of the best soups to enjoy this winter! Pea soup is packed with nutrients and is very filling, making it the perfect winter meal. Ham adds a delicious smoky flavour to the soup.
Of all the soups, this would have to be my absolute favourite. Thick, hearty, and delicious. This recipe uses the whole ham hock, which you chop up at the end so you can enjoy huge chunks of ‘bacon’ in your soup.
Here’s a tip: Use the KitchenAid Stand Mixer with the slicer and shredder attachment to shred the ham into perfect, even pieces.
This will give your soup a great texture, with bits of ham evenly distributed throughout.
2. Roasted Chicken & Garlic Soup
Roasted Chicken & Garlic Soup is the perfect meal to enjoy on a cold winter day. The soup is packed with flavorful ingredients, including roasted chicken, garlic, carrots, and celery. The broth is rich and creamy, and the chicken is tender and juicy.
Feeling under the weather? This soup is for you. Jam-packed with healthy chicken – plus it contains an incredible 20 garlic cloves! Sounds too strong? It really isn’t – but it will keep away any vampires!
The soup can be made in advance, and it reheats well, making it a great option for busy weeknights. winter.
3. Pumpkin Soup in a Bun
There wouldn’t be a list of EPIC soups to enjoy this winter without a family gathering favourite, Pumpkin Soup served in a bun. Now the great thing I like about Pumpkin Soup is that the presentation is gorgeous.
Drool factor 10!
This soup is hearty and filling, and it’s also packed with nutrients that can help you stay healthy during the cooler months.
The pumpkin in the soup provides a good dose of Vitamin A, which is important for maintaining immunity, and IT adds a rich flavour that makes the soup even more comforting.
Additionally, the soup is relatively quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy it even if you’re short on time.
Tip: If you are in a hurry and want to achieve the perfect consistency, use the KitchenAid Cordless Hand Blender. Whether you prefer a chunky soup or a smoother texture, this blender gives you the control to blend the soup directly in the pot without needing to transfer it to a separate blender, reducing mess and making cleanup easier.
4. Lose a Kilo Soup
Winter is usually a time when I really don’t want to get on my treadmill, go to the gym, or pretty much get out of my warm, cosy bed. I love this soup, it is full of yummy Winter vegetables and is very nutritious and healthy.
It is also a great way to ‘Lose a Kilo’.
As the temperature begins to drop and the days grow shorter, there is nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup to warm you up from the inside out. Soups are not only comforting and satisfying but they can also be packed with nutritious ingredients.
If you’re looking for soups to enjoy this winter, without packing on the pounds, Lose a Kilo Soup is a great option. This soup is loaded with vegetables, low in calories, and full of flavour.
5. Creamy Vegetable Soup
Containing all the delicious winter vegetables, with a dish of richness, this ‘souped-up’ version of vegetable soup is a little naughtier than standard vegetable soup – but it is Winter…
As the nights get longer, soups become a staple in many people’s diets. There are endless possibilities when it comes to soups, and each one has its own unique flavour and ingredients. This winter, enjoy a comforting bowl of creamy vegetable soup.
This soup is packed with nutrients from the greens and potatoes, and the cream adds a rich and creamy texture. The best part about this soup is that it can be easily made in a Crock-Pot or Instant Pot, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
6. Bacon and Potato Soup
Another tremendously hearty soups to enjoy this winter – and a firm favourite. I knoowww I have a lot. I like mine so thick you can stand a spoon up in it! Serve it with some cheesy toasts and a glass of red!
Soups are the perfect comfort food for cold winter nights. And what could be more comforting than a thick, creamy soup loaded with bacon and potatoes? Bacon and Potato Soup is one of the best soups to enjoy this winter.
The bacon adds a delicious smokiness to the soup, while the potatoes make it nice and thick. This soup is sure to warm you up on even the coldest of nights.
7. Rustic Tomato Soup
One of the best soups to enjoy this winter is Rustic Tomato Soup. It’s a very rich soup made with roasted tomatoes, garlic, and onion. The soup is garnished with a dash of sour cream and fresh parsley. It’s also great with a grilled cheese sandwich.
There is a study I read somewhere that said that Tomato Soup was one of the most nutritious foods you could eat! This version is very very rich, I like to add a dash of sour cream on top to break through that richness.
Nom nom nom nom nom…..
PS. the soup does require some time to simmer, so it’s not the best choice if you’re in a hurry.
8. Carrot & Coriander Soup
I recently went to a restaurant in Toowoomba that served this soup as a complimentary starter – topped with Fennel Seeds in tiny little steaming bowls. And you know, it warmed me from the inside out – all the way to my toes.
I never forgot about this soup after that, and now it is a staple in my household during cold nights.
9. French Onion Soup
If you haven’t made French Onion Soup from scratch, you can’t comment. It is freaking delicious. I know it has a billion onions in it – but they really make the soup nice and sweet. And to be traditional, you HAVE to make the cheesy croutons to sit in the soup (on top of the onions) – such a filling, rich and decadent soup.
Another TIP: As I previously mentioned, you’re going to need millions of onions. haha!
Use a reliable chopper to finely chop the onions. This will save you time and ensure that your onions are evenly sliced, which is key to the depth of flavour in this classic soup.
10. Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
My Slow Cooker is always on the bench in Winter, in fact, I made porridge in it just this morning – so delicious! Oh but I get away from the subject at hand… Chicken Noodle Soup – a favourite of children everywhere.
Even my children who are possibly the fussiest kids on the eastern seaboard love it!
What’s better than chicken soup on a cold, winter night? Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup. This soup is packed with flavour and nutrients, and it’s also incredibly easy to make. Simply add chicken breasts, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and egg noodles to a slow cooker and let it simmer for six hours.
The result is a hearty and satisfying soup that’s perfect for chilly winter evenings. And because it’s made in a slow cooker, it’s practically effortless to prepare.
But wait.. we have a special mention. I saw this while browsing in the Kitchenaid website and found a hearty recipe for Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup.
I followed the recipe and oh my gosh what a gem! You seriously should try to whip this up.
Look at how yummy it looks:
There’s nothing quite like a warm and hearty soup on a cold winter day. Which do you consider are the best soups to enjoy this winter?
Have your say!