As the certainly interesting year of 2024 comes to a close, there’s nothing more comforting during this transition than a warm bowl of soup. This year, TABLE Magazine readers have embraced the cozy goodness of soup, and we’re excited to share the top 10 most popular soup recipes of the year. From classic comfort foods to innovative twists on traditional soups, these recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings and give you something to look forward to in 2025.
TABLE Magazine’s Best Soup Recipes of 2024
Philadelphia Pepper Pot Stew
While we could argue back and forth on the difference between soups and stews, there’s no denying our Philadelphia Pepper Pot Stew came out on top, and for good reason, too. Slow roasted beef shanks and smoked kielbasa mingle with peppers and spices. Needless to say, each spoonful is sure to be full of chunky, nutritious ingredients.
Mediterranean Stew
This hearty and flavorful Mediterranean Stew is the comfort food you need for cold winter days. The combination of cannellini beans, carrots, tomatoes, onion, and kale will warm your soul when infused with fresh herbs and spices. So, grab a bowl, curl up by the fire, and let this comforting stew transport you to sunnier days.
Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup
Not only is this Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup delicious, but it’s great for your body, too. The anti-inflammatory properties of healthy foods like turmeric, fresh vegetables, ginger, and lentils make this soup one for healing your aches and pains. Gather fresh ingredients from your local farmer’s market to take this recipe to the next level.
Lemon and Fregula Chicken Soup
This vibrant, citrusy soup is a testament to Italian cuisine. The unique texture of fregula pasta, toasted to perfection, adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Combined with tender chicken and fresh vegetables, this soup is everything you hope for in a meal. The bright citrus notes from the lemons elevate the dish further, making it a recipe you’ll keep in your back pocket.
Ada’s Cold Beet Soup with Cucumber, Radishes, and Egg
This light cold beet soup is a delightful summer dish. Made with tender baby beets and their vibrant greens, the soup is thickened with grated cucumber and radishes. The kefir-buttermilk-yogurt mixture adds a creamy, tangy flavor, while fresh dill and chives provide a burst of herbaceousness. Plus, it is quick to prepare and can be enjoyed fresh or chilled.
Pea Soup with Fresh Mint & Crème Fraîche
This delightful pea soup is a culinary masterpiece from Chef Aniceto Sousa of Mediterra. It’s a perfect blend of the sweetness of peas balanced by the freshness of mint. The creamy texture and herbaceous notes make it a perfect dish for any season.
Roasted Pumpkin Soup
There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup in the fall or winter, especially when it contains one of the most beloved seasonal ingredients, pumpkin. This Roasted Pumpkin Soup is simply the seasons in a bowl. Think savory pumpkin, sweet potato, onion, and the perfect spices to match.
Italian Lentil Soup
Lentils have long been a symbol of good fortune in Italian culture. Traditionally served on New Year’s Day, this soup is packed with flavor and nutrients. So, whether you’re seeking good luck or simply a comforting bowl of soup, this Italian lentil recipe is sure to satisfy and help keep a healthy head-start into the New Year.
Chłodnik (Cold Beet Soup)
Cooking with beets can be difficult if you don’t know how to use the complex flavors within them. When the temperatures warm up, Chłodnik, chilled summer borscht, hits just right. After an afternoon of effort, the results are afairly thick, sweet, sour, and refreshing bowl perfect for any occasion.
Kale and Sweet Potato Soup with Pasta and Poached Eggs
Need something hearty for dinner to fill you up? This Kale and Sweet Potato Soup is full of pasta and perfectly poached Eggs so there’s plenty to dig into. Plus, this soup is good for you from top to bottom with fresh veggies, plenty of herbs, and your choice of small, pearl-shaped pasta.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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