5 Festive Christmas Soup Recipes

 Get into the holiday spirit with warm, comforting, and festive soups perfect for Christmas. From classic flavors to modern twists, these recipes delight your family and guests.

1. Classic Christmas Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large potato, cubed
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in potatoes, tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add green beans and peas; cook for 10 more minutes.
4. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Garnish with parsley before serving.

2. Creamy Chestnut and Mushroom Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cups chestnuts (cooked and peeled)
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a pot. Sauté shallots until fragrant, then add chestnuts and mushrooms. Cook until softened.
2. Pour in broth and simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in cream and nutmeg.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

3. Holiday Spiced Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pomegranate seeds and pumpkin seeds, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Roast butternut squash at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until golden. Add roasted squash, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Pour in broth and simmer for 15 minutes. Blend until smooth.
4. Stir in coconut milk, season, and garnish with pomegranate and pumpkin seeds.

4. Festive Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 package (10 oz) cheese tortellini
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh basil and Parmesan, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pot. Sauté garlic until golden. Add tomatoes, broth, basil, and chili flakes. Simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Add tortellini and cook as per package instructions. Stir in cream.
3. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil and Parmesan.

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5. Candy Cane Beet Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 large beets, peeled and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh dill, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Roast beets at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until softened. Add roasted beets and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Blend until smooth. Stir in yogurt and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Garnish with dill for a festive red-and-white “candy cane” effect.

6. Christmas Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded
• 1 cup wild rice, cooked
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp dried sage
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
2. Add turkey, wild rice, broth, and sage. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in cream and season with salt and pepper.

These soups are perfect for cozying up by the fireplace and sharing with loved ones this Christmas! Which one will you try first?