13 Delicious Soup Combos For Comfort Food Dinners That Will Warm You From Your Head To Your Toes
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Fall is soup season and for good reason. Soups are comforting, and filling, and warm you up on a cool and blustery day. Whether you are looking for an easy lunch, a hearty dinner, or something to make you feel better when you’re under the weather, soup is a great choice for almost any occasion this season. Here are thirteen delicious soup combos for a quick and simple fall dinner.
1. Sausage Kale And Potato Soup & Garlic Bread
If comfort food is what you want, don’t skip this deliciously filling sausage, kale, and potato soup. With the sausage and potatoes, it’s about as comforting as a bowl of soup can get, and believe it or not, the kale is actually delicious in this, so you can feel good about getting a few veggies into your meal as well.
2. Minestrone Soup And Breadsticks
This savory and delicious minestrone soup is the perfect comfort food meal for fall. Filled with lots of beans and veggies and, of course, plenty of delicious Italian flavors, this hearty soup will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. Pair this tasty and easy-to-make homemade soup with some soft, delicious breadsticks for a complete meal.
3. Carrot And Ginger Red Lentil Soup And Garlic Bread
This carrot and ginger red lentil soup is slightly sweet and warm with just the right amount of spice. It’s overall, a savory soup that will soothe you from the inside out. Nothing beats a warm bowl of lentils on a cold day, and you can enjoy it with a side of crusty garlic bread for extra crunch and comfort.
4. Tomato Soup And Grilled Cheese
Tomato soup paired with grilled cheese is definitely an iconic combination. It’s an American classic you can enjoy as a snack or a light meal, and it never disappoints. The soup is warm and creamy, and it’s great for lunch or dinner. No time to make a grilled cheese? Just sprinkle a few croutons on top and dig in.
5. French Onion Soup and Cheesy Toast
This easy French onion soup is perfect for chilly evenings, especially when you have it with some cheesy toast. Lightly toast your bread in the toaster before you toast it a second time with cheese in the oven. You don’t want to burn it, but you want it to be a bit extra crunchy, like a crouton, so it holds up well when you dip it into the soup.
6. Italian Wedding Soup and Reuben Sandwich
A nice big pot of healthy Italian wedding soup is always a fabulous dinner to come home to. But pair that with a Ruben sandwich, and you take things to a whole new level of delish. While this dish isn’t actually served at Italian weddings, it should definitely be served at your dinner table tonight.
7. Curried Pumpkin Soup and Sourdough
Comfort food at its finest. Pair curried pumpkin soup with sourdough (preferably grilled) for a soothing, comforting meal you won’t be able to stop eating. It is a comforting classic that is quick, easy, and perfect for a snack, lunch, or dinner.
8. Chili and Cornbread
This beef chili recipe is an all-time American classic dish that’s not only easy to make, but also won’t break your budget. This flavorful recipe is fantastic for dinner. Just don’t forget to serve it with all of your favorite chili toppings and a side of buttered cornbread.
9. Potato Soup and BLT Sandwich
This Instant Pot potato leek soup comes together quickly and easily. This creamy soup will be on the table in minutes thanks to your Instant Pot. Few things beat potatoes when it comes to comfort food, and this soup is no exception. Pair it with a homemade BLT for a delicious comfort food combination.
10. Cheddar Broccoli Soup and French Bread
This healthy cheddar broccoli soup is full of brothy deliciousness. It’s not that fatty, thick stuff you get from a can. It’s great for dipping a basic turkey sandwich into, and it travels well in a Thermos for lunch the next day. That is, if you happen to actually have any leftovers. Chances are, you won’t.
11. Chicken Tortilla Soup and Quesadilla
A big bowl of chicken tortilla soup served with a warm quesadilla is a classic pairing that should never be enjoyed any other way. But you can always enjoy a few favorite sides with this, such as a side of rice and refried beans, or even a main course with this as the side dish. Either way, you’ll want to make this again and again.
12. Potato Corn Chowder and Lobster Roll
Highlighting the flavors of New England are these two delectable options. A bowl of thick and creamy potato corn chowder paired with a delicious lobster rolled is about as much comfort as you can get from a meal. It’s hearty, toothsome, and definitely filling.
13. German Cabbage Soup With A Soft Pretzel
This German cabbage soup is sure to put a smile on your face. While it’s not the prettiest soup to look at, the flavor is unequaled. Warming caraway seed, satisfying turkey meatballs, and hearty yet soft strips of cabbage make this a wonderful meal you’ll want seconds of. Enjoy this with a buttered, soft pretzel for the ultimate German comfort meal.
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