Three Cheers for Soup Recipes: The Cool-Weather Comfort Food

We can’t begin to tell you how thrilled we are that Soup Season is now back in full swing. Rich and hearty, warm and inviting, every bowl of homemade soup is like a festival of flavor for your taste buds… and a joyful hug for your tummy!

Soup Recipes for All Season

More than that, making a big pot of soup checks off a whole bunch of items on your seasonal to-do list:

✅ You’ll likely make enough for tonight’s dinner and tomorrow’s as well… and yes, it always tastes better the second day!

✅ If there’s still some left over after day 2, soup usually freezes pretty well.

✅ It’s a great way to clear out some unused ingredients from your pantry and random items from your produce bins.

✅ It’s easy – no fancy-schmancy cooking techniques required.

✅ Soup is a tasty way to get your kids to eat their veggies!

✅ Nothing in the world makes your kitchen smell better than cooking soup, low and slow.

✅ Homemade soup is always a great first course at dinner parties, holiday celebrations and family gatherings.

So, as you can tell, we’re more than just a little excited to be making soup in the Kenmore Kitchen again. And we invite you to join in the fun with these yummy, soul-warming soup recipes!

Before you get started

The best soups always begin with the best ingredients and quality cooking tools. Now, we can’t tell you where to shop for your fresh veggies and soup-bones… but we do have a few ideas for elevating your home-chef game.

Kenmore Elite Devon 6.5-qt. Dutch Oven & Steamer Set – This multi-function performer comes in durable tri-ply stainless steel, and it includes two steamer inserts and a tempered glass lid.NEW Kenmore Electric Range – Cook like a pro with True Convection oven, Air Fry mode, and the perfect cooktop for making soups and stews… including 5 elements offering 7 total power options for ideal versatility.NEW Kenmore Gas Range – For those who prefer cooking over a gas flame, this range offers an 18,000-BTU Turbo Boil® burner for rapid boiling plus a simmer burner for gentle simmering.

Kenmore 7-Quart Stainless Steel Slow Cooker – Create rich and savory soups, braises and stews with remarkable depth of flavor and next-level simplicity: just set it and forget it. Includes bonus Dipper for sauces and dips.

Zesty Vegetable Curry Soup Recipe

This soup packs such a powerful flavor punch, you won’t believe that it’s actually fairly healthy. It’s also quick and easy enough to whip up on a “school night” if you’re pressed for time, and it makes a great appetizer when hosting vegetarian or vegan guests. So it’s up first in our soup recipes!

Ingredients

2 tbsp cooking oil

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

1 large onion, diced

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery ribs, chopped

3 garlic cloves, chopped

2/3-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and minced

2 tbsp curry powder

1½ tbsp garam masala powder

1 quart vegetable stock

1/2 tsp salt

24 oz. coconut milk

3 tbsp cilantro, roughly chopped

½ lb. mushrooms, sliced

1 small eggplant, cut into 1″ pieces

1 small head broccoli, cut into small florets

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 zucchini, chopped

Directions

Step 1 – In a large heavy bottomed pot over medium heat add olive oil and heat for 1 minute. Add onions, celery, carrots and jalapeños and cook until vegetables are tender.

Step 2 – Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 2-3 more minutes. Add the curry and garam masala and stir until fragrant.

Step 3 – Add the coconut milk, vegetable stock and salt, and stir well. Add the remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes. Add salt and/or pepper as needed. Serve warm, topped with cilantro or green onions and a flat bread such as naan on the side.

Hearty Slow-Cooker Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Recipe

You want a soup that’s absolutely delicious and stupid-easy to make, too? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Read on…

Ingredients

14 – 18 oz. chicken breast

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 celery stalks, sliced

2 carrots, sliced

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

1/4 tsp dried ground sage

1/2 tsp dried thyme

Small dash of rosemary, crushed

2/3 cup wild rice-brown rice blend

2 bay leaves

2 Tbsp butter

1-1/2 quarts chicken broth

Directions

Step 1 – Add ALL of the ingredients into your slow-cooker and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours.

Step 2 – Shred the chicken with a pair of forks, then stir back into the soup. Cook for an additional 20-30 minutes, then serve.

Ultimate Tortellini Soup Recipe

This soup brings a lot of bold Italian flavor that warms the soul on a chilly evening. It’s hearty enough to serve as a main course, and it makes a favorable impression when you bring it along to a potluck get-together… you’ll be bringing an empty pot back home, guaranteed!

Ingredients

16 oz. mild Italian sausage, casings removed

1 medium onion, chopped

6 garlic cloves, minced

1 quart chicken stock

1 large can (28 oz.) of tomato puree

1 tsp salt

½ tsp pepper

1 bunch of kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped

1 package (9 to 12 oz.) of fresh tortellini

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Parmesan cheese, grated for serving

Directions

Step 1 – Over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, onions, and garlic for about 5-6 minutes. Break up the sausage as it browns. Drain off excess fat, if necessary.

Step 2 – Stir in the chicken stock and tomatoes, and bring to a low boil and add the salt and pepper. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until slightly reduced, about 15 minutes. Stir in the kale, tortellini, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook until the kale is wilted and the tortellini is tender, 3-5 minutes.

Step 3 – Serve with grated parmesan on top and enjoy!

Looking for more easy dinners? Check out our slow-cooker recipes.

What are your favorite soup recipes?