Imagine this: You just got home after a long day, the sun is setting, and there’s a pot of something warm and savory waiting for you. You ladle a steaming bowl of soup, tear off a piece of crusty bread, and settle in with your favorite comfort show. Outside, the fall air is getting cooler. Inside, you’re warm, cozy, and exactly where you want to be.

That’s the magic of Soup Season. When the days get shorter and the temperatures start to dip, there’s nothing quite like a hearty bowl of soup to warm you from the inside out. From creamy classics and loaded chowders to rich, slow-simmered favorites, fall is the perfect time to break out the big pots and start stirring.

And what makes a good soup even better? A little savory, smoky flavor from Godshall’s Quality Meats. From hearty soups and stews to other cozy fall favorites, Godshall’s real wood-smoked bacon brings delicious flavor to the recipes made for chilly days. So grab a spoon and get ready to dig into some seriously satisfying Soup Season recipes.

Beef Bacon, Roasted Red Pepper & Smoked Gouda Bisque

If you’re looking for a bowl that brings the cozy, this recipe checks all the boxes. Creamy, savory, and loaded with roasted vegetables, it gets an extra hit of smoky flavor from Godshall’s Beef Bacon and smoked Gouda. The result? A rich, satisfying bisque that’s practically made for crisp fall afternoons.

Even better, this comforting bowl comes together in about 45 minutes. Serve it alongside a crispy grilled cheese, a hunk of crusty bread, or a simple side salad, or just grab a spoon and dig in. Whatever you pair it with, this is one Soup Season recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat.

Roasted Butternut Squash & Chicken Bacon Soup

Is it really Soup Season without a warm bowl of butternut squash soup? This fall favorite brings just the right balance of creamy, slightly sweet, and savory flavor, and it gets even better with a little bacon. Adding Godshall’s Chicken Bacon brings a delicious smoky note and a satisfying boost of protein to every spoonful.

For a simple way to bring this cozy classic to the table, try this recipe, swapping traditional bacon for a healthier bacon alternative. The result is a velvety, veggie-packed soup with a savory bacon twist that’s practically made for crisp fall days.

Turkey Bacon Pumpkin Soup

We couldn’t put together a fall soup lineup without giving pumpkin its moment. After all, what says fall quite like a warm, creamy bowl of pumpkin soup? And when you add slow-smoked bacon to the mix, this seasonal favorite gets a deliciously savory upgrade. The smoky, satisfying flavor of turkey bacon balances the natural sweetness of pumpkin for a bowl that tastes like fall in every spoonful.

There’s something especially cozy about simmering a pot of pumpkin soup on a crisp Sunday afternoon (bonus points if there’s football on in the background). For an easy place to start, try this pumpkin soup recipe and swap the traditional bacon for Godshall’s Turkey Bacon. With creamy richness, smooth pumpkin, warm chicken broth, and savory bites of bacon, it’s a Soup Season recipe worth settling in for.

Turkey Bacon Pumpkin Soup

When the first frosts of the season start to roll in and you’re craving something seriously comforting, it’s hard to beat a loaded potato soup. This easy, cheesy classic from Plays Well With Butter packs all the best parts of a loaded baked potato — creamy potatoes, melty cheddar, and savory bacon — into one warm, satisfying bowl.

Even better, it comes together in under an hour with simple pantry staples, making it an easy choice for a cozy weeknight meal. Top it with one of Godshall’s delicious, Simply Better Bacon options for that crispy, smoky bite that takes every spoonful over the top. Consider this one a Soup Season essential.

Bring on Cozy Season

Fall meals don’t have to be complicated to feel special. Sometimes, the best kind of comfort is as simple as a steaming bowl of soup, seasonal ingredients, something savory simmering on the stove, and nowhere else you need to be.

Whether you’re digging into roasted butternut squash soup, embracing pumpkin season, dipping grilled cheese into a creamy bisque, or loading up a bowl of cheesy potato soup, Godshall’s Simply Better Bacons can bring the smoky, savory flavor that makes cozy recipes even more satisfying.

So grab your favorite sweater, break out the soup bowls, and let something delicious simmer. Soup Season is officially served.