Vitamix blenders are renowned for their versatility, and creating hot soups is no exception. With a Vitamix, you can make a wide variety of hot soups using four main techniques: start-to-finish, blender-started, blender-finished, and partially blended. In this guide, we’ll explore each method and provide delicious recipe examples from our site to inspire your next hot soup creation.
(Pictured above is from our video demonstration of 3 incredibly unique Vitamix soups.)
Start-to-Finish Hot Soups
Start-to-finish hot soups are a classic Vitamix technique often showcased in demonstrations. The process is simple: add cold ingredients to the blender, run on high speed for 5-6 minutes, and watch as friction alone heats the soup. Think of it like when your hands are cold and you rub them together quickly to warm up. Except with this, the blade runs fast enough to make your soup steam!
Pour the hot soup straight from the container to a bowl, and enjoy! This method is quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Try these start-to-finish hot soup recipes from our site:
- Fancy Tomato Soup
- Happy Farmer Soup (a celery soup)
- Broccoli Cheese Soup (a dairy-free gem)
- Black Bean Soup
Related: You can use this start-to-finish hot soup technique to make our famous Cashew Queso recipe. Here’s Shalva making our queso showing what it will look like when you crack open the container after making hot soup like this:
Blender-Started Hot Soups
Blender-started hot soups involve using your Vitamix to create creamy bases that will be combined with other ingredients. This technique is ideal for making dairy-free, vegetarian-friendly creamy soups using blended ingredients like cashews and beans. The result is a rich, satisfying soup that everyone can enjoy.
Our popular Creamy Wild Rice Soup is a perfect example of a blender-started hot soup. The blended cashews and cannellini beans create a luscious, dairy-free cream that forms the base of this hearty soup.
Blender-Finished Hot Soups
Blender-finished hot soups are cooked on the stovetop and then blended to a smooth, creamy texture using your Vitamix. This method is a favorite among professional chefs, as it allows for precise control over the cooking process while still achieving the superior texture that a Vitamix provides. The result is a restaurant-quality soup that will impress your family and friends.
Check out these blender-finished hot soup recipes from our site:
Partially Blended Hot Soups
Partially blended hot soups offer the best of both worlds: a creamy base with tender, whole ingredients throughout. To make a partially blended soup, cook the soup on the stovetop and then blend a portion of it using your Vitamix. This technique can also be achieved with an immersion blender for those who don’t have a Vitamix.
Try these partially blended hot soup recipes from our site:
- Split Pea Soup (shown in the video below!)
- Lentil Soup
Related: Watch this video demonstration of 3 More Incredibly Unique Vitamix Soup Recipes!
Conclusion
Mastering these four Vitamix hot soup techniques—start-to-finish, blender-started, blender-finished, and partially blended—will open up a world of culinary possibilities. Experiment with these methods and try the featured recipes from our site to discover your new favorite hot soup. With a Vitamix, you can create hot soups that are quick, easy, and bursting with flavor and texture.