S is for Soup Love

Truly one of life's most comforting foods, soup is the quintessential Fall meal.

Whether used to cure the common cold, provide warmth for small, chilled hands or solace a weakened soul, this practically perfect food is wonderful for family gatherings, weeknight dinners and school lunches. 

We eat all sorts of soups, both vegetarian and meat based, and have consumed three different types in the past six days.  Little kitchen helpers can easily assist you with your soup making, which makes it even more enjoyable to eat, knowing the preparation has been a family affair.  It's a wonderful activity on a cool Sunday afternoon, and whether they chop the vegetables or add their own secret spice blend (see note below) to the pot, they will be eager to lap it up when their hands have assisted with the creation of your soupy goodness.

Here are some recipes I've added to my "soup recipe" queue:

• Hearty Mushroom Soup
• Apple Cheddar Soup with Sage Croutons
• White Bean and Pasta Soup

And, my most favourite soups to cook and eat - both are pure perfection really:

• Julia Child's French Onion Soup
• MIchael Smith's Beef Stew

What soups are your family enjoying right now?  Please do share and if you have any recipes worth sharing send them my way as well.  Happy First Day of Fall!

(Note: Give your children the spices you have that will complement the soup you are making.  Allow them to create their own "secret spice blend", using their own quantities of the spices you've provided. They will love this, I promise you).

Comments

[Stoich91]

Ohh...homeade wonton soup and homemade chicken noodle soup (done the Italiano way with parm. and ditalini!!! Yum!) can't be beat on a cold day. Aaaaand? Don't forget potatoe soup and yes, as Mixing Bowl Mama mentioned: French Onion! Delish!

[Nahuatlv]

Just Yesterday I made a tomato soup, since I get a cold.
I don't know if the recipe is worth sharing because it was very simple, but I enjoyed.
I used 2 garlics, some basil, rosemary, oregano, black pepper and spinach, and put that in a pot with some olive oil and let cook for 15 minutes, than I add 3 tomatoes chopped and a little bit of water and cook all for some 20 minutes, then I put it on the blender with more water and then back in the pot and cook for other 10 minutes, and ta da, it was very nice.
Here are some pics if I didn't explain myself well.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nahuatlv/3943882932/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nahuatlv/3943888676/

[inlandempiregirl]

I just discovered your blog from the comment you left at orangette. I will sure be back. I love your foodie photos and recipes.

[Jan Scott]

Thank you! I love orangette..isn't she fabulous!

[Ginger & Pickle]

hey! I haven't had a chance to check in to your blog since school started! I was curious what letter you were on! I'm glad you're still only at 'S'! I haven't missed too much!
The latest soup we have made is SO SIMPLE! (haha the letter S!)
I saw Giada DeLaurentis make it on her show... and it's so quick!

Italian Tomato Bean Soup

chop and fry one onion till golden
add one jar favourite spaghetti sauce
1 can white kidney beans (drained/rinsed)
1 litre organic chicken stock (we use President's choice organic stock)
bring to a low boil
add 1/2 cup tubetti noodles
cook until noodles are soft

Super quick and easy!

[Amber]

I am always looking for new soup recipes. We really love my Spicy Sausage and Lentil Soup and Roasted Tomato Soup. I have had a cold and unfortunately for me, I am our household's chef. No homemade soup for me:(

[Julia]

We are making a simple chicken noodle soup in the crock pot today and I let my toddler add the spices. She had about five to shake into a small bowl that I then dumped into the pot. She loved it. What a great idea! Thanks for the tip.