Soup and sides: The cozy alternative to summer salads

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As summer fades, it’s time to swap salads for something cozier. Dive into the world of soups and sides with our favorite bowls of comfort food, and enjoy amazing bread and cracker recipes to serve alongside.

A blue bowl of ham and potato soup.
Ham and Potato Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chicken And Corn Noodle Soup

Chicken corn noodle soup in bowl with spoon.
Chicken And Corn Noodle Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Rich and filling, this made-from-scratch Chicken and Corn Soup is full of egg noodles and lots of vegetables for a hearty and cozy bowl of comfort food. Enjoy a nourishing bowl for lunch or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken And Corn Noodle Soup

Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two baked biscuits on a white and gold towel.
Easy Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Homemade biscuits from scratch are easy to make and can be on your table in 30 minutes. Serve these biscuits alongside your favorite bowl of soup.
Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Biscuits

Creamy Mexican Corn And Bean Soup

Corn and bean soup in a blue bowl.
Creamy Mexican Corn And Bean Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in a bowl of creamy Mexican corn and bean soup, where the rich combination of tender corn kernels, hearty beans, cheese and spicy pepper create a hearty bowl of goodness. The creamy broth is full of cozy soup vibes.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Mexican Corn And Bean Soup

Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread

Iron skillet cornbread filled with vegetables and cheese.
Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Try this made-from-scratch Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread full of veggies for an easy, quick bread to pair with your favorite soup.
Get the Recipe: Cheddar Iron Skillet Cornbread

Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

A blue bowl of ham and potato soup.
Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Why settle for salad when you can savor the richness of a slow cooker Ham & Potato Soup? Indulge in a delicious bowl of comfort food that’ll warm your heart and soul.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

Ham and Cheese Scones

Four ham and cheese scones on a piece of white paper.
Ham and Cheese Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy this treasured Ham and Cheese Scone recipe, perfect for brunch or as a side with soup and salads. These scones are tender and soft with crisp edges and packed with cheddar, ham, herbs, and black pepper that are savory and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Ham and Cheese Scones

Hearty Pumpkin Chili

A bowl of chili topped with avocado and peppers.
Hearty Pumpkin Chili. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Hearty Pumpkin Chili is lighter in caloris but not light in flavor!
Get the Recipe: Hearty Pumpkin Chili

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

A stack of homemade cheddar cheese crackers.
Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

You will love these homemade cheddar cheese crackers that are easy to prepare and takes just six ingredients. These crackers are cheesy, crunchy, salty, and perfect for a snack or enjoy them along with your favorite soup.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

Apple Cider Instant Pot Beef Stew

Bowl of Instant Pot beef stew with carrots and potatoes.
Apple Cider Instant Pot Beef Stew. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Instant Pot Beef Stew recipe uses apple cider to create a tasty and slightly sweet gravy for the tender chunks of beef and hearty vegetables. This stew makes the best warm and cozy meal.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Instant Pot Beef Stew

Air Fryer Garlic Knots

A person is holding up a garlic knot.
Air Fryer Garlic Knots. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make Air Fryer Garlic Knots in less than 10 minutes using store-bought dough! These golden knots are irresistibly delicious and garlicky, perfect on their own as a snack or serve with your favorite soup.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Garlic Knots

Beer Cheese Soup

Image shows Pretzel dipping into beer cheese soup.
Beer Cheese Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the creamy and cheesy goodness of our Instant Pot Beer Cheese Soup. Rich and velvety, infused with the bold flavors of beer and a blend of cheeses, all prepared to perfection in the Instant Pot. Get ready to indulge in a cheesy bowl of comfort food.
Get the Recipe: Beer Cheese Soup

Homemade Buttery Pretzels

Baked pretzels on a baking sheet.
Homemade Buttery Pretzels. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chewy, soft, buttery pretzels hot out of the oven—sounds good. Learn how to make easy homemade soft pretzels, a great side dish to serve with soups and salads.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Buttery Pretzels

Beef Stew Goulash Instant Pot

Goulash inside white casserole.
Beef Stew Goulash Instant Pot. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Once summer bids adieu, our craving for cozy meals kicks in. Try our Instant Pot Best Beef Goulash Recipe, a quick and hearty dinner option that’s also known as Hungarian goulash. This low-carb beef stew boasts rich flavors and incredibly tender, juicy meat, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stew Goulash Instant Pot

Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins

Pile of cornbread muffins on a white plate.
Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins are tender, flavorful, super quick and easy to make and always tasty next to a big bowl of soup or with a salad. There’s nothing that competes with homemade cornbread—especially when it’s made from scratch and hot out of the (air fryer) oven.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cornbread Muffins

Buttercup Squash Soup

Two bowls of Thai buttercup squash soup with lime and cilantro.
Buttercup Squash Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Mellow Thai flavors of coconut and lime permeate this creamy buttercup squash soup. It’s a delicious way to enjoy this lesser-known winter squash and its wonderfully sweet comforting taste.
Get the Recipe: Buttercup Squash Soup

Buttermilk Bread

Low angle shot of a loaf of buttermilk bread.
Buttermilk Bread. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This quick and easy Buttermilk Bread recipe is so easy even a novice can make it. It’s great for sandwiches, French toast, sandwiches and serving with soup.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Bread

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