Warming soups for autumn and winter. Which soup thermoses to choose?

Soup is undoubtedly one of the meals we reach for most during autumn and winter. In summer, the mere thought of a bowl full of steaming contents gives some people a headache, but on autumn and winter days, there is nothing better than a portion of hot soup. During these cold months of the year, it is worth betting especially on those which, thanks to their ingredients, will additionally warm up the body and help maintain proper immunity. Here are some tried-and-tested soup recipes which, once tasted, will become a permanent feature of your menu!

Pumpkin soup - in autumn and winter, we can confidently call it the queen of all soups. After all, autumn is the season for this unique vegetable - and it is really worth taking advantage of the season for its health-promoting properties. The following recipe will be a hit at any family dinner!

Ingredients for 4 servings:

- 800 g pumpkin (500 g after peeling);
- 250 g potatoes;
- 1 onion;
- 2 cloves of garlic;
- 25 g butter;
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger;
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder;
- 1 tomato/half a tin of sliced tomatoes
- 1 and 1/2 cups broth;
- 1 cup milk.

Preparation:

1. peel the pumpkin, remove the seeds and dice the flesh.
2. peel and dice the potatoes and onions, peel and slice the garlic.
3.Fry the onions and garlic in butter in a larger frying pan or large pot, then add the pumpkin and potatoes.
4. Season with salt, turmeric and ginger.
5. Fry the mixture for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.Pour hot broth into the seasoned vegetables, cover and bring to a boil,
and then - cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
7. Scald, peel and cut the fresh tomatoes into quarters and remove the stalks and seeds.
8.Dice the tomato pulp and add to the soup (if you have chosen canned tomatoes
, just add them straight into the stock with the vegetables).
9. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
10. Blend everything with the addition of milk.

That's all! You can serve the soup with the addition of cream and/or pumpkin or sunflower seeds - best if you roast them lightly in a dry frying pan. You can also add sliced carrots to the onion and garlic.

Porcini, boletes, buttermilks, bay boletes, bay boletes, chanterelles ... - autumn wouldn't be autumn without them! Mushrooms are the perfect base for many autumn and winter dishes - and an absolute menu staple at this time of year is mushroom soup, preferably made from homegrown mushrooms. Time for a recipe!

Ingredients for 4 servings:

- 450 g of mushrooms (boletes, chanterelles);
- 2 carrots;
- 5 potatoes;
- 1 onion;
- 1 tablespoon of butter;
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil;
- 2 litres of broth;
- 200 ml of 18% cream;
- salt and pepper to taste;
- a little dill.

Preparation:

1. clean the mushrooms thoroughly, rinse them and cut them into smaller pieces.
2. Dice the onions and then fry them in the oil, not forgetting
to stir.
3. Add the peeled and diced carrots, stir and fry the whole thing for 3-4 minutes.
4.Add the peeled and diced potatoes and a tablespoon of butter.
5. Fry the whole thing for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour hot broth into the vegetables and bring to a boil.
7. After 10 minutes, add the sliced mushrooms and bring to a boil again. 8.
8. cook the whole thing for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are soft enough.
9. season the soup with salt and pepper, add chopped dill and when the heat is reduced, add the laced cream.

Voilà- the perfect mushroom soup is ready! Why not have it on your table at your next Sunday dinner?

When it comes to soups ideal for autumn or winter, we cannot fail to mention goulash soup. It is not only warming, but also an exceptionally filling meal that can easily replace a second course. It is the perfect idea for a family gathering around the table or for a week when there is not much time to cook - one-pot dishes prepared in larger quantities turn out to be a real lifesaver then.

Ingredients for 4 portions:

- 300 g pork shoulder or chicken breast;
- 700 g fresh tomatoes/1 cup sliced tinned tomatoes;
- 1 red pepper;
- 3 potatoes;
- 3½ cups broth;
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste;
- 2 tablespoons of butter;
- 1 onion;
- 1 clove of garlic;
- 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika powder;
- pinch of hot paprika powder;
- 2 sprigs of thyme/1 teaspoon of dried thyme;
- half a glass of white wine;
- parsley.

Preparation:

1. peel and dice the onion, peel and halve the garlic, then simmer everything in the butter.
2. add the diced meat and fry thoroughly on all sides.
3. add the paprika powder and thyme and fry for a while, stirring from time to time.
4. pour in the wine and cook for 1-2 minutes, add the hot stock and bring to the boil.
5Add fresh, peeled and diced tomatoes or canned sliced tomatoes with tomato paste.
6. Season with salt and pepper, cover the pot with a lid and cook for about one and a half hours.
7. Then add diced peppers and potatoes, stir and cook covered for another half hour/until the potatoes are soft enough.
8. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

The goulash soup is ready - enjoy!

You already know how to prepare the best soups that will effectively warm you up on a windy, cold day. But what if you wanted to take such a meal to work or university? You can' t do without the right thermos lunch box! In the FormAdore shop's assortment you will find a number of suggestions that will work in many situations and keep you warm after a long walk on a colder day. A portion of homemade soup is definitely a better choice than a meal at a random restaurant or fast-food outlet.

How do you store and transport aromatic soups so that they are still warming up well after a few hours?

One recommended solution is the Stanley Legendary Classic Thermos Dinner Thermos. A reliable vessel for special tasks, it will keep your soup hot for up to 15 hours thanks to its double-insulated walls. The thermos is made from robust 18/8 stainless steel and passes the test in all conditions - whether at work and school or during extreme winter outings. Another interesting proposition that won't let you down in autumn and winter is the Classic lunch thermos from the same manufacturer. Your soup will stay warm in it for up to 7 hours. The thermos also comes with a practical spoon - so you don't have to worry if you forget your cutlery from home.

Choose your lunch thermos and enjoy the taste of delicious homemade soups wherever you are! And if, in addition to your hot soup, you want to always have your favourite aromatic beverage with you, check out our range of thermoses and thermal mugs for coffee or tea - the choice is really huge!