5 Must-Make Fall Soups from Meiko Temple of Meiko and The Dish

If you need a little help adjusting to fall, Meiko Temple has just the solution for you: Stock your meal plan with a week of ultra-cozy and comforting soups. That’s how the Dallas-based food blogger is getting excited for the season, and we are absolutely following her lead — especially since her soups are easy and packed with rich, savory flavors. As a bonus, these one-pot dinners keep the dirty dishes to a minimum.

Here, Meiko shares a week’s meal plan with us, and tells us how she does it.

For many, the onset of fall means leaves changing colors, rainy days, and cooler weather. It’s also the perfect setup for soup season, so let’s dive in and kick up your soup game with this hearty and comforting lineup. The great thing about filling your meal plan with soup is that there’s plenty for the whole table, and you’ll have easy-to-heat leftovers that are perfect for lunches.

Summer is my favorite season and it’s always hard for me to say goodbye. However, this Elote Corn Chowder is the perfect transition soup so that I can enjoy the flavors of one of my favorite summer dishes in a delicious bowl of chowder.

Get the recipe: Elote Corn Chowder

Inspired by traditional tomato soup, this hearty beef and tomato version mixes in chipotle peppers to give it an extra kick. If spice is not your thing, you can still make the recipe by halving the chipotles or omitting them altogether.

Get the recipe: Beef & Tomato Soup

If you are looking for a way to incorporate more veg, or maybe you are trying to steer clear from meat, this is the soup for you. It’s so filling and comforting. Every time I eat this soup I feel like I’m being wrapped in a warm blanket.

Get the recipe: Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

Warning: This is not your grandma’s pea soup recipe. Instead mint discreetly adds pops of flavor and freshness with each bite. You’d never guess that this cozy and bright soup comes together in just 20 minutes with pantry ingredients.

Get the recipe: Creamy Pea & Mint Soup

If we’re being technical chili isn’t really a soup, however it’s close enough and perfect for a Friday night dinner. This Double Cheese Pulled Chicken Chili is absolutely worth your full attention. To save on prep work and cook time, use a rotisserie chicken in place of boneless chicken breast, shred it, and stir into the pot.

Get the recipe: Double Cheese Pulled Chicken Chili

Thanks so much, Meiko! Get more of her recipes and follow her on Meiko and The Dish, as well as Instagram.

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