Cozy Winter Soup Recipes

1.       Beef and Barley Soup:

 

Beef and barley soup 

Beef and barley soup is a rich and soothing dish with a long history that is steeped in many culinary traditions.

For thousands of years, barley has been farmed and has been a staple crop in many cultures. It has been used in soups since ancient times. Barley was a frequent component in many meals, particularly soups, in ancient Rome. The Roman army even served soldiers a barley soup called "puls" as a healthy and full diet.

Beef has been consumed as a protein source throughout history. Beef stews and soups were popular in many civilizations because they allowed for the use of tougher types of meat that could be tenderized via slow simmering.

 Full Recipe for Beef & Barley Soup:

Ingredients:

 

• 2 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 big diced onion

• 3 minced garlic cloves

• 2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch chunks

• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped — 4 stalks of celery, chopped

• 6 cups beef broth

• 2 cans diced tomatoes

• 1 cup uncooked pearl barley

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried rosemary

 

Instructions:

 

1. Warm the olive oil in a big pot over medium heat. Cook until the onion and garlic are softened, about 3-4 minutes.

2. Cook until the steak is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Cook until the carrots and celery are cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Combine the beef broth, diced tomatoes, barley, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until thoroughly blended.

5. Bring the beef and barley soup to a boil, then reduce to a low heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the barley is soft and the beef is cooked through.

6. Serve the beef and barley soup immediately.

 

1.       Classic Chicken Noodle Soup:

 

Chicken noodle soup 

Chicken noodle soup is a traditional meal that has been popular for many years. While it is impossible to trace the recipe's specific origin or inventor, versions of chicken noodle soup may be found in civilizations all across the world.

Noodles have a lengthy history and are said to have originated thousands of years ago in China. Noodles moved throughout Asia and subsequently to Europe as a result of commerce and cultural contacts. The combination of noodles and chicken in broth is believed to have resulted in a healthy and comfortable meal.

 Full Recipe For Chicken Noodle Soup:

Ingredients:

 

• 2 cooked and chopped chicken breasts

• 8 cup chicken stock

• 2 carrots, thinly sliced

• 2 celery stalks, cut 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 pound egg noodles

• 1 teaspoon thyme dried

• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

 

Instructions:

 

1. Sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery in a large saucepan until softened.

2. Combine the chicken broth, shredded chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Bring the water to a boil.

3. Simmer for around 20 minutes on low heat.

4. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the egg noodles are soft.

5. If required, adjust the spice and serve hot.