Get ready to get cozy with our roundup of 10 stew and soup recipes! Wholesome, nourishing, and hearty, they’re the perfect easy way to enjoy a simple, flavourful meal on a chilly day. Ideal for meal prep, these recipes can be made ahead of time and reheated to savour later.
At your local Farm Boy, you’ll find over 20 varieties of fresh soups prepared daily by our chefs with simple ingredients and our own recipes. (Learn more about our regularly offered soups at our blog here.) However, if you’re looking to make a big batch to enjoy throughout the week, these recipes have you covered. Find everything you need in our stores and don’t forget to check out our digital flyer for the best deals. Soup season is officially here!
Blog Overview
- Discover 10 different soup and stew recipes, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.
- These soups are nourishing, hearty, and made with simple ingredients.
- From classic chicken noodle soup to hearty gumbos, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
- Serve soups with salads, bread rolls, sandwiches, and more for a complete meal.
Soup Recipe Tips
- Season to taste. Recipes are always more like guidelines when it comes to cooking. Taste these soups and stews as you go and adjust seasoning as you prefer. Salt and acid (like fresh lemon juice) are some of our favourite ways to add flavour.
- Spice it up. Like your soup with a little kick of heat? Hot sauce, crushed chili peppers, and freshly ground black pepper can wake up your soup (and your tastebuds).
- Save some for later. Soup almost always tastes better the next day after the ingredients have had more time to blend. These recipes freeze beautifully in an airtight container and can be reheated on the stove or in the microwave.
Homemade Turkey Barley Noodle Soup
Is there anything more comforting than curling up with a hot bowl of homemade soup? Put those holiday turkey bones to good use and reduce food waste by transforming it into scratch-made stock!
Just in time for chilly weather, this soup recipe uses leftover items from your dinner table for a dish that’s hearty and wholesome. We included barley and egg noodles in this recipe, plus carrots and celery for that classic chicken soup taste. Sprinkle with a bit of Parmigiano Reggiano for added creaminess.
Dietary: N/A
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Organic Black Peppercorns, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Pearl Barley, Farm Boy™ Brioche Pull Apart Rolls.
Parsnip, Leek, and Apple Soup
For a fall-inspired side, lunch, or light dinner, we’ve crafted this plant-based soup recipe. So rich and creamy, you’d probably think it was made with dairy! Apples show up twice in this recipe, in both the soup itself and the beautiful, flavourful garnish. For an extra dose of harvest appeal, add some toasted pumpkin seeds to your garnish. This will give crunch as well as a sprinkling of nutty flavour.
Try this soup recipe for a potluck or when you want a nourishing appetizer for your next dinner party.
Dietary: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Ground Coriander, Farm Boy™ Unsweetened Almond Plant Based Beverage, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth.
Spicy Chickpea Stew with Chorizo
For a hearty, wholesome recipe that’s equally delicious for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this spicy stew ticks all the boxes.
While “stew” may not be the first dish that comes to mind in the morning, the addition of a fried egg transforms this recipe into something that’s shakshuka-adjacent. Prepared with bell peppers, garlic, onions, and chickpeas, enjoy it on its own or serve with our Flame Baked Naan. If you’re trying to limit meat in your diet, you can always omit the chorizo or use your favourite plant-based substitute.
Dietary: Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Spanish Chorizo, Farm Boy™ Organic Chickpeas, Farm Boy™ Whole Tomatoes, Farm Boy™ Organic Paprika.
Chicken Soup with Mushrooms and Asian Greens
Enjoy a hearty soup with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist” when you make this Asian-inspired recipe. Loaded with umami-rich ingredients like dried mushrooms and soy sauce, it’s packed with serious flavour.
One of our favourite parts of this soup is that it can be customized to suit your tastes. You can add Farm Boy™ Ramen or Udon Noodles to make it heartier. You can swap the chicken and chicken broth for Farm Boy™ Organic Firm Tofu and Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth. Or, you can make this a seafood (or surf and turf) soup with the addition of shrimp! Ultimately, the flavourful stock is what makes this soup recipe such a standout.
Dietary: Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Virgin Cold Pressed Sunflower Oil, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Cinnamon Stick, Farm Boy™ Star Anise.
Tuscan White Bean Stew
When you’re cooking on a budget, it’s economical to prepare a large batch of something, portion it out, and freeze it to enjoy later. This vegan stew recipe is perfect for meal prepping in addition to being hearty and delicious.
This dish uses cannellini beans (also known as white kidney beans), which are full of fibre, protein, vitamins, and minerals. They have a mildly nutty flavour, which makes them an excellent choice in plant-based dishes, especially for those with allergies to actual nuts. Comforting and satisfying, serve it with a fresh loaf of crusty bread (like our Sourdough Batard) from our Bake Shop.
Dietary: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Organic Italian Seasoning Mix, Farm Boy™ Organic Crushed Dried Chili Peppers, Farm Boy™ Organic Paprika, Farm Boy™ Organic Tomato Paste, Farm Boy™ Diced Tomatoes with Garlic, Basil, and Oregano, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth.
Creamy Asparagus Soup
For a bowl of farm-fresh flavour, look no further than this creamy asparagus soup. Rich but not heavy, this sumptuous soup uses asparagus and tender baby spinach for flavour as well as its vibrant green hue. Garnished with locally-grown Farm Boy™ Microgreens, asparagus ribbons, whipping cream, and cracked black pepper, it’s elegant and delicious.
We like this soup for any time of year, but it’s especially lovely as a starter or light meal when the weather gets cold.
Dietary: Vegetarian
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth, Farm Boy™ Organic Black Peppercorns, Farm Boy™ Microgreens.
Turkey Sausage Gumbo
Make delicious use of leftovers with this Louisiana-style gumbo recipe! Loaded with delicious Cajun flavours thanks to a combination of our Chorizo Artisan Sausage as well as different spices, it’s a hearty, nourishing dish that’ll keep you from tossing that leftover holiday turkey.
Preparing the roux is the most technical part of this recipe, but necessary to developing those deep, delicious flavours. Serve with rice for a gourmet spin on leftover cuisine that’ll keep you feeling warm and satisfied when the weather cools.
Dietary: N/A
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Chorizo Artisan Sausage, Farm Boy™ Vegetable Cooking Oil, Farm Boy™ Garlic Flowers, Farm Boy™ Cajun Seasoning Mix, Farm Boy™ Organic Paprika, Farm Boy™ Italian Tomatoes, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth.
Hearty Chicken Soup with Pearl Barley and Kale
Soothe your soul and satisfy your hunger with this seriously hearty bowl of chicken soup. Filled with kale and pearl barley, it’s nourishing, hearty, and wholesome – just what you need at the end of a long, cold day.
If you’re looking for something simple and delicious for meal prep, this soup recipe is it. For an added boost of flavour and some heat that’ll tickle your sinuses, try adding a few drops of your favourite Farm Boy™ Hot Sauce. (Need something even more filling? Add in cubed potatoes with the onion, celery, carrot, and parsnip.)
Dietary: Dairy-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Chicken Broth, Farm Boy™ Pearl Barley, Farm Boy™ Organic Plain Greek Yogurt.
Spicy Chickpea and Rainbow Chard Stew
Most of the time spent on this budget-friendly dinner recipe is hands-off, which is ideal when you don’t feel like cooking. This wholesome meal is loaded with plant-based protein thanks to the generous helping of canned chickpeas. It’s also chock full of flavour thanks to spices like paprika, fresh ginger, turmeric, and chili peppers.
To transform this recipe from a vegetarian one to a vegan one, simply omit the Greek yogurt and naan. You can sub in your favourite plant-based yogurt and serve over rice to get the same effect.
Dietary: Vegan or Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Ground Turmeric, Farm Boy™ Organic Paprika, Farm Boy™ Organic Crushed Chili Peppers, Farm Boy™ Italian Tomatoes, Farm Boy™ Organic Chickpeas, Farm Boy™ Organic Coconut Milk, Farm Boy™ Organic Low Sodium Vegetable Broth.
Turkey Chili
If you’re looking for a bean recipe to freeze in batches and enjoy later, this is the dish for you. This wholesome, healthy chili recipe uses both kidney beans and chickpeas to increase the amount of fibre and protein, helping you to feel fuller for longer. It also has generous amounts of veggies, like bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and corn.
To finish, we garnished with our Fiesta Blend Shredded Cheese, avocado, cilantro, and Natural Tortilla Chips for extra crunch and creaminess. (If you’re interested in even more chili topping ideas, visit our blog!)
Dietary: Gluten-Free
Suggested Farm Boy Products: Farm Boy™ Organic Chili Powder, Farm Boy™ Organic Oregano, Farm Boy™ Organic Ground Cumin, Farm Boy™ Cayenne Pepper, Farm Boy™ No Salt Added Diced Tomatoes, Farm Boy™ Organic Tomato Paste, Farm Boy™ Organic Chicken Low Sodium Broth, Farm Boy™ Organic Kidney Beans, Farm Boy™ Organic Chickpeas, Farm Boy™ Organic Whole Kernel Corn, Farm Boy™ Fiesta Blend Shredded Cheese, Farm Boy™ Natural Tortilla Chips.
