Description
Host a warm and inviting fall soup party featuring comforting soup recipes, cozy decorations, and easy entertaining tips to celebrate the autumn season with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- Classic Tomato Soup
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Butternut Squash Soup
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: toasted pumpkin seeds
- Party Setup and Cozy Ambiance
- Assorted bread rolls for dipping
- Cheese platter with seasonal favorites
- Pumpkin spice candles
- Warm blankets and pillows
- Autumn leaves for table decoration
Instructions
- Classic Tomato Soup
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil and roast for 25 minutes.
- In a large pot, sauté chopped onion until soft.
- Add roasted squash and broth to the pot, then bring to a boil.
- Simmer for 15 minutes, then puree using an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and nutmeg, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Party Setup
- Arrange assorted bread rolls and cheese platter on the table.
- Light pumpkin spice candles to create a cozy aroma.
- Decorate the dining area with autumn leaves and warm colors.
- Provide warm blankets and pillows to enhance comfort.
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: PT45M
- Method: Appetizer, Main
- Cuisine: American