Soup Season Delights: 6 Autumn/Fall Recipes for Warming Up

As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of hearty soup to warm your body and soul. Autumn, or fall, is a season that brings an abundance of colorful and flavorful ingredients perfect for creating comforting and nourishing soups. Today, we’ll explore some delightful autumn soup recipes that will leave you feeling cozy and satisfied. So, grab your favorite pot, and let’s get cooking!            

These autumn soup recipes will fill your kitchen with delicious aromas and your heart with warmth. Whether you’re a fan of creamy butternut squash or prefer the earthy flavors of wild mushrooms, there’s a fall soup recipe to suit every taste. So, embrace the season, gather your favorite ingredients, and savor the flavors of autumn in a bowl. Happy cooking!

1. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Nothing says autumn quite like the sweet, nutty flavor of butternut squash. To make this delicious soup, start by roasting chunks of butternut squash until they are caramelized and tender. Then, blend them with sautéed onions, garlic, and vegetable broth until smooth and creamy. Finally, finish with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for that extra touch of autumn goodness.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
• Lastly, use toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Firstly, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Then, toss the butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast them on a baking sheet for 30-40 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
3. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in a little olive oil until translucent.
4. Add the roasted butternut squash and vegetable broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a regular blender to puree until smooth.
6. Stir in maple syrup if desired, and season with salt and pepper.

Serve hot, garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds.

2. Creamy Wild Mushroom

Autumn is the time when mushrooms flourish, making it the perfect season to indulge in a creamy wild mushroom soup. Gather an assortment of fresh wild mushrooms such as shiitake, oyster, and chanterelle, and sauté them with onions and garlic. Firstly, simmer the soup in a mixture of vegetable or chicken broth. Then, finish it off with a generous splash of cream. The earthy flavors of the mushrooms, combined with the creamy richness, make this soup a true autumn delight.

Ingredients:

• Assorted wild mushrooms (e.g., shiitake, oyster, chanterelle), roughly chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Butter or olive oil for sautéing
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Finally use fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in butter or olive oil until softened.
2. Add the wild mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and turn golden brown.
3. Then, pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. Gradually stir in the heavy cream until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
5. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

3. Spiced Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup

Sweet potatoes and carrots are staples of the fall harvest, and they come together beautifully in this spiced soup. Roast sweet potatoes and carrots with a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Then, blend them with vegetable broth to create a velvety, spiced soup that’s both comforting and a little bit spicy.

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• Olive oil for roasting
• Lastly, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss the sweet potatoes and carrots with olive oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Roast them in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 30 minutes or until tender.
2. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
3. Add the roasted sweet potatoes and carrots, along with the vegetable broth.
4. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.

Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.

4. Apple and Butternut Squash

Apples are another iconic autumn ingredient, and they can add a touch of sweetness and acidity to your soup. Firstly, Combine diced apples with roasted butternut squash, onions, and a hint of thyme. Then, simmer it all in vegetable broth and finish with a dollop of Greek yogurt for a creamy, fruity twist on a classic butternut squash soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• Olive oil for roasting
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Greek yogurt for garnish

Instructions:

1. Firstly, Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the butternut squash and diced apples with olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme. Roast them on a baking sheet for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
3. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
4. Then, add the roasted butternut squash and apples, along with the vegetable broth.
5. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Finally, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a regular blender to puree until smooth.

Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

5. Pumpkin and Lentil Soup

Pumpkins are synonymous with fall, and this pumpkin and lentil soup is a wholesome, protein-packed option. Start by sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger, then add diced pumpkin and red lentils. Simmer in vegetable broth until everything is tender, then blend until smooth. A sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds and a swirl of coconut milk add the perfect finishing touch!

Ingredients:

• 1 small pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish
• Coconut milk for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
2. Add the diced pumpkin, red lentils, vegetable broth, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper.
3. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the pumpkin and lentils are tender.
4. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
5. Adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Serve hot, garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds and a drizzle of coconut milk if desired.

6. Tuscan White Bean and Kale

Autumn isn’t just about squash and pumpkins; it’s also a time for hearty greens like kale to shine. This soup boasts tender white beans, hearty kale, and a savory broth infused with garlic and rosemary. Furthermore, you can serve it with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for a comforting and nutritious meal!

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves
• Olive oil for sautéing
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra-virgin olive oil and grated Parmesan for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
2. Add the chopped kale and sauté for a few minutes until wilted.
3. Stir in the white beans, vegetable broth, and fresh rosemary leaves until mixed.
4. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
5. Lastly, season with salt and pepper to taste.

Enjoy these delicious autumn/fall soups that will surely warm you up during the chilly days of the season!