Thanksgiving Soup Recipes

 Thanksgiving is a great time to try out new recipes, especially soups and stews for a chilly evening snack. Thanksgiving soups can be a great accompaniment to any main course, and are easy to make! The best Thanksgiving soup is one that you’ve never tried before, but tastes great next to all your favorite recipes. Try out these Thanksgiving soup recipes that are tried-and-true favorites. 

 Chipotle Sweet Potato Soup: Try this fun twist on a classic Thanksgiving soup.

 In a large pot, cook the onion in the olive oil until slightly browned and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the cumin and garlic and continue to cook for about a minute. Add the chile, sweet potatoes, and broth and bring to a boil. Stir, reduce to a simmer, and let cook for 20-25 minutes. Let cool slightly, and puree in batches in a food processor or blender. Return the soup to the stove to heat and season with salt and pepper. Serve with sour cream and tortillas.
 
 Acorn Squash Bisque: Try this easy Thanksgiving recipe that will warm all tummies.

 Microwave the squashes for 8-10 minutes until tender. Cut them in half to speed cooling time, and let cool. Remove the seeds, and scoop out the flesh. Heat the butter in a pot, and cook the onion in the butter until tender, adding salt and pepper. Add the squash, thyme, broth, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 8-10 minutes. Let cool slightly and puree the mixture in batches, then return to the pot. Heat and add half and half, salt, and pepper.
 
 Pumpkin Soup: A yummy Thanksgiving soup recipe full of rich flavor.

 Bake the pumpkin halves, open side down on a baking sheet, for 50 minutes at 400 degrees F. Scoop out the flesh and puree it in a food processor or blender.  In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the pumpkin puree, parsnip, potato, and turnip. Cook for about 5 minutes, add the shallots and cook for another 4 minutes. Add the wine and continue cooking until it has reduced by half. Add the chicken broth and thyme to the mixture, bring it to a simmer, and cook for about 20 minutes. Let cool and puree the soup in batches. Return to the stove to heat before serving.
 
 Buttery Pea Soup: This Thanksgiving soup recipe is a classic!

 In a medium pot, add the peas, butter, broth, and onions, making sure the peas are submerged. If they aren’t, add just enough water to cover them. Simmer the pot over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes until the onions are soft but the peas are still green. Let it cool slightly, and puree the soup in a blender or food processor. Salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately or simmer on the stove before serving.
 
 No matter which one you choose, your guests are sure to be impressed with your soup for Thanksgiving this year!