During rainy days, do you also feel like you need something warm to eat while reading a book, watching a movie, or just simply looking at the rainfall? If you have some time to prepare for a bowl of soup, you shouldn’t hesitate to try various recipes.

In this article, we’ll give you some easy soup recipes that you can make during rainy days or when you just feel like it.

1. Classic Tomato Basil Soup (and Grilled Cheese)

The classic tomato basil soup and grilled cheese is a classic combination that can give you comfort and satisfy your cravings. Besides, it’s not just the perfect snack for rainy days, but can also be a great dinner idea whenever you’re too busy to cook for hours. Here’s an easy way to enjoy both in the comfort of your home.

Ingredients

Tomato Basil Soup:

1 can of whole tomatoes

1 white onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups vegetable or chicken stock

½ cup fresh basil

¼ cup cream

Olive oil, for sauteing

salt & black pepper, to taste

Grilled Cheese:

2 slices of bread (whichever you prefer)

2 slices of mozzarella

2 slices of cheddar cheese

butter

Instructions

For tomato basil soup:

1. Sauté onion and garlic using olive oil.

2. Add a can of whole tomatoes, and cook until tender.

3. Add the chicken or vegetable stock, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Add the basil leaves, and simmer for another 2 minutes.

5. Pour the soup into a blender or use an immersion blender to create a smooth mixture.

6. Transfer to a bowl, and top it off with a splash of cream.

7. Serve, and enjoy!

For the grilled cheese:

1. Spread butter on one side of each sliced bread, and put one piece of bread in the pan. Make sure the buttered side is faced down.

2. Top it off with slices of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and cover with another slice of bread, ensuring the buttered side is on top.

3. Once the bottom bread is lightly brown, flip the sandwich, and wait for the other side to brown before removing from the pan.

4. Don’t forget to serve or consume the soup and grilled cheese at the same time to enjoy the combination of flavours.

2. Sopa de Ajo

Have you been to Spain or authentic Spanish restaurants? If you do, you might already have tasted Sopa de Ajo or Spanish Garlic Soup. It uses simple ingredients, yet it can satisfy your warm soup cravings. In Spain, you can try the authentic ones in the Castilla y Loeón Region or Catalan. Meanwhile, many Spanish restaurants also serve the authentic version.

However, if you’re stuck at home while the rain is pouring outside, this is the right time to make your own Spa de Ajo.

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil

8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 eggs, beaten

4 cups vegetable or chicken stock

1 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

Croutons

Instructions

1. In a pot, sauté olive oil and garlic in medium-low heat. Let the garlic cook a bit, but don’t let it brown.

2. Add the paprika, and pour in the chicken or vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for a round 5 minutes.

3. Slowly drizzle the soup with the beaten eggs to create a somewhat like think noodles. Let it simmer for another few minutes, and turn the stove off.

4. Serve hot, and enjoy!

3. Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Are you looking for a hearty and filling soup? If you have a leftover roasted chicken, you can use it to create this easy yet delicious soup that can also help you get through the cold, rainy days.

Ingredients

¼ kg shredded roasted chicken (or boiled if you don’t have leftovers)

1 cup wild rice

1 white onion, chopped

1 carrot, diced

1 stalk celery, chopped

2 cups heavy cream

Butter

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the wild rice based on the given instructions.

2. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in butter until light brown.

3. Add the chicken or vegetable stock, stir, and let it boil.

4. Add the wild rice, heavy cream, and shredded chicken. Simmer for about 5 minutes or until the soup is thicker.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Serve in a bowl, and enjoy!

4. French Onion Soup

Another go-to soup of many people is the French Onion Soup. It’s simple, and light, and you can always make it whenever you’re craving it.

Ingredients

4 large onions, thinly sliced

5 cups of beef or chicken stock

½ cup white wine

3 tbsp butter

4 tbsp olive oil

1 baguette, sliced

1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté the onions in olive oil until caramelised.

2. Add white wine, stir a bit, and pour in the beef or chicken stock.

3. Season with salt and pepper, and add 2 tbsp of butter.

4. Stir until the butter is melted and emulsified. Once done, turn off the heat, and set aside the soup.

5. Spread the remaining butter into the baguette slices, and semi-toast them. Set aside afterwards.

6. For plating, pour a generous amount of French onion Soup into a bowl, top it off with two or three slices of semi-toasted baguette, and sprinkle with a generous amount of Gruyère cheese.

7. Broil until the cheese is melted, and serve it right away. Enjoy!

Final Thoughts

We hope these soup recipes can encourage you to try making them at home and enjoy them during the rainy days or even when you just feel like you need some soup. Don’t forget to share your thoughts about these recipes by commenting below!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aliana Baraquio is a web content writer who also loves cooking dishes from different countries. If you want to experience a Barcelona-style restaurant that serves high-quality food, and a modern, contemporary, fresh feel from the south of Europe, visit TAST Catala Spanish Restaurant.