There’s nothing like a delicious soup to warm you up on a chilly night! These are some of my family’s favourites and the most convenient way to freeze them.
When the days get shorter and the nights become colder, it’s the perfect time to serve up soup for dinner. The whole family will enjoy these warming meals. Add some crusty bread to encourage any reluctant kids as they will love the novelty of ‘dunking’ at the dinner table!
One of my favourite things about soup recipes is how easily they lend themselves to freezing. This means I can make a double batch and freeze leftovers for another night. While I used to freeze a large portion in a big container, this wasn’t always ideal because it took a long time to thaw and sometimes I only needed to feed two or three family members.
Now, I use Souper Cubes to freeze my soup. These innovative, stackable food freezing trays are a game changer! Designed specifically for freezing in various portion sizes, they are incredibly convenient. They’re also made of really durable silicone, so the flexibility makes it super easy to press out your frozen blocks.
For soups, I like to use the Souper Cube – Two Cup for adult portions because it’s a really good serving size. For younger children, the One-Cup would be a good portion size. If you like to make your own stock or broth, there are smaller portion sizes too. Souper Cubes are also amazing for making baby and toddler food – we will bring you a seperate blog on that soon!
CHICKEN GNOCCHI SOUP
Chicken soup is the ultimate meal when you’re feeling unwell or need some winter comfort. Adding gnocchi to this classic recipe is the perfect way to fill hungry tummies.
EASY CLASSIC TOMATO SOUP
Fast to make, this creamy recipe contains many more vegetables than just tomatoes. If your kids have vegetarian or vegan friends, try freezing some portions in a souper cube so you have them on hand for when they visit.
HEARTY LENTIL, BACON AND VEGETABLE SOUP
Lentils are an amazing source of protein and packed with nutrients, making this soup a great flu-fighter, as well as a delicious family dinner.
POTATO AND LEEK SOUP
The French call this tasty soup vichyssoise and serve it cold, but I much prefer it hot! If your family are not big soup lovers, this is a really yummy option they’re sure to enjoy.
VEGAN CAULIFLOWER SOUP
You don’t have to be vegan to enjoy this soup! Packed with flavour, it makes a great option for lunch as well as dinner.
RED COCONUT CURRY LENTIL AND SWEET POTATO SOUP
This vegetarian option is quick to make so it’s perfect for those nights when you’re getting home later and the kids are hungry. It’s a great option for vegetarians or if you like to have some meat-free meals during the week.
HEARTY MEATBALL SOUP
If your family loves bolognaise, this soup will be a hit!
CREAMY ROAST PUMPKIN SOUP
Welcome the cooler months with a classic winter favourite. There’s a reason that this recipe is is a well-loved staple in many homes across the country – it’s perfectly delicious! It’s worth whipping up a double batch of this recipe and using your souper cubes to freeze some for another night.
Beef, Vegetable and Barley Soup
This nutritious soup is perfect for cold evenings and it’s a great way to use up vegetables in your fridge.
MUSHROOM SOUP
Mushrooms are known not only for their fantastic flavour, but they’re also rich in nutrients so they’ll help ward off those winter illnesses! This recipe is great with the croutons.
EASY CHICKEN AND CORN CHOWDER
A chowder is generally thicker and chunkier than soup, making it a great option for hungry families. This one is super delicious and quick to make so it’s always a winner.
ALL-IN-ONE BEEF SOUP
Keep the family healthy with this truly nutritious soup that is fantastic for winter months. Enjoy the aroma while this one’s on the stove as it’s likely to prompt that response… ‘Oooh…what’s for dinner?’
