You’re wondering if a warm bowl of soup can really set the tone for a romantic Valentine’s Day. It’s true that soups can be cozy and inviting. You’re about to find out how 15 heartwarming recipes can change your plans.
1. Creamy Tomato Soup for Two
Indulge in a romantic Creamy Tomato Soup for Two on Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the chopped fresh tomatoes, chicken broth, and dried basil.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
2. Butternut Squash Soup With Crème Fraîche
Creamy butternut squash soup with a sweet and tangy crème fraîche topping.
Ingredients
- 1 large butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half and roast for 45 minutes, or until tender.
- Scoop the squash flesh into a blender or food processor.
- In a large pot, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
- Add the roasted squash, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Purée the soup until smooth, then stir in the crème fraîche.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with an additional dollop of crème fraîche if desired.
3. Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup
Roasted Carrot and Ginger Soup is a delicious and comforting Valentine’s Day recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chopped carrots
- 2 inches ginger, peeled and chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the chopped carrots and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the carrot mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, sauté the minced garlic and chopped ginger in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add the roasted carrot mixture, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Purée the soup using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
4. Spicy Black Bean Soup for a Cozy Night
Spicy Black Bean Soup is a warm and comforting dish perfect for a cozy Valentine’s night.
Ingredients
- 1 can black beans
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sour cream, avocado, or shredded cheese for toppings
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until softened.
- Add the garlic, red bell pepper, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, with optional toppings such as sour cream, avocado, or shredded cheese.
5. French Onion Soup With Croutons and Cheese
French Onion Soup With Croutons and Cheese is a romantic dish perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 3 large onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 cups grated cheese
- 1 baguette
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions, then separate them into rings.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the onion rings.
- Cook the onions until they are softened and caramelized, stirring occasionally.
- Add the salt, pepper, and beef broth to the saucepan, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the soup for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler and slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Place the bread rounds on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Broil the bread rounds until they are toasted and crispy.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and top each bowl with a toasted bread round and grated cheese.
- Place the bowls under the broiler and cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Minestrone Soup With Fresh Vegetables
Hearty Italian soup filled with fresh vegetables and beans.
Ingredients
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 can vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery into small pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chopped vegetables until tender.
- Add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, vegetable broth, and dried basil to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
7. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup for a Special Occasion
Creamy chicken and wild rice soup for a romantic evening.
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the chicken broth, wild rice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the pot.
- Cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the soup has heated through.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
8. Creamy Broccoli Soup With Garlic Croutons
Creamy broccoli soup with garlic croutons is a delicious and romantic dish.
Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 baguette, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the onion until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer until the broccoli is very tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Toss the baguette cubes with a little bit of oil and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake the croutons in the oven until crispy and golden brown.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with garlic croutons.
9. Lentil Soup With Spinach and Feta Cheese
Hearty lentil soup with spinach and feta cheese for a cozy Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery in a little bit of oil until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the lentils, broth, diced tomatoes, and thyme to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach leaves and let them wilt into the soup.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese.
10. Potato and Leek Soup With Truffle Oil
Rich and creamy potato soup infused with leek and truffle oil.
Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes
- 2 medium leeks
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon truffle oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into large pieces.
- Chop the leeks into small pieces and sauté in butter until softened.
- Add the potatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Purée the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in truffle oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and garnish with chopped chives or scallions if desired.
11. Golden Cauliflower Soup With Turmeric and Coconut
Creamy Golden Cauliflower Soup infused with turmeric and coconut for a romantic treat.
Ingredients
- 1 head of cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 4 cups of vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the cauliflower and remove the leaves and stem.
- Cut the cauliflower into florets and place on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with coconut oil and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the roasted cauliflower, turmeric, and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of turmeric and a dollop of coconut cream if desired.
12. Chicken Tortilla Soup With Avocado Salsa
Creamy chicken tortilla soup paired with fresh avocado salsa.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 6-8 corn tortillas
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper in a little bit of oil until tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the soup is cooking, prepare the avocado salsa by mixing diced avocado, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Once the soup is ready, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it back to the pot.
- Cut the corn tortillas into thin strips and add them to the pot to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until softened.
- Serve the soup hot, topped with a spoonful of avocado salsa and any desired optional toppings.
13. Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Soup
Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Soup is a creamy, sweet, and savory dish perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 large apple
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tbsp of butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and onion into large chunks.
- Mince the garlic and chop the apple into small pieces.
- Place the sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet, drizzle with butter, and roast for 30 minutes.
- Add the chopped apple to the baking sheet and continue roasting for another 20 minutes.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool.
- Scoop the roasted mixture into a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- In a large pot, combine the pureed mixture, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
14. Italian Wedding Soup With Meatballs and Vegetables
Hearty Italian Wedding Soup With Meatballs and Vegetables warms the heart.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, and parsley; mix well.
- Use hands to shape mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter.
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- In a large pot, heat chicken broth over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot; cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes and cooked meatballs to the pot; stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low and let soup simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
15. Asparagus and Leek Soup With Parmesan Cheese
Creamy asparagus and leek soup with parmesan cheese is a delicious Valentine’s Day treat.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 medium leeks, chopped
- 2 cups asparagus, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté chopped leeks until softened.
- Add chopped asparagus and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Conclusion
You’ll warm your loved one’s heart with these soups, just like a flame fuels a fire. As you spoon-feed each other, the delicious flavors will symbolize the love you share, nourishing your relationship and leaving you feeling cozy and connected, much like a perfectly paired bowl and spoon.