When you’re looking for a warm and filling meal, hearty soups are the way to go. They not only warm you up but also keep your tummy satisfied.
Whether you’re in the mood for something meaty or a veggie-packed option, there’s a soup here for everyone. These recipes are simple to make and full of flavor, so you can enjoy each bite.
1. Vegetable Bean Soup
This soup is full of healthy vegetables and beans, making it hearty and filling. Start by heating some olive oil in a big pot. Then, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until they are soft.
Next, stir in minced garlic and cook for a minute. Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, a can of drained and rinsed beans (like kidney and cannellini), and your favorite vegetables, such as green beans, corn, or zucchini.
Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Let it simmer until the vegetables are tender, and enjoy a warm bowl full of goodness.
2. Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
For a comforting bowl of chicken noodle soup, begin by cooking chopped onion, carrots, and celery in a pot with a little olive oil until they are soft. Then, add garlic and cook for another minute.
Pour in chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add diced cooked chicken and egg noodles to the pot, cooking until the noodles are tender.
Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley for a burst of flavor. This soup is perfect for a chilly day or when you need a little comfort.
3. 30-Minute Cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
This creamy soup tastes just like classic chicken cordon bleu. Start by cooking chopped onion and garlic in butter until soft. Then, add chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Stir in diced cooked chicken, cubed ham, and egg noodles.
Cook until the noodles are tender. Next, lower the heat and mix in shredded Swiss cheese and heavy cream, stirring until the cheese melts.
Season with salt and pepper, and serve it hot. This soup is a delicious and quick meal you can enjoy on busy nights.
4. V8 Minestrone Soup
For a colorful and healthy minestrone soup, heat some olive oil in a pot and add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in V8 juice, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes.
Add a mix of vegetables like green beans, zucchini, and corn, along with some pasta. Season with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer until everything is cooked, and enjoy a bowl of this vibrant and tasty soup.
5. Turkey Club Soup
This soup gives you the flavors of a turkey club sandwich in a bowl. Start by cooking chopped onion, celery, and carrots in a pot with olive oil until they soften. Add diced cooked turkey and cook for a few minutes.
Then, pour in chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Stir in cooked bacon pieces, diced tomatoes, and a handful of lettuce. Season with salt and pepper.
To finish, sprinkle some shredded cheese on top before serving. It’s a hearty and satisfying soup that feels like a meal.
6. Reuben Sandwich Soup
For a twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, start by cooking chopped onion in a pot with butter until it softens. Add corned beef, sauerkraut, and diced tomatoes.
Pour in beef broth and bring it to a boil. Stir in some heavy cream for a rich texture, and season with salt, pepper, and caraway seeds.
Top each bowl with shredded Swiss cheese and serve with rye bread on the side for dipping. This soup is a fun and flavorful way to enjoy a favorite sandwich.
7. Pepperoni Pizza Soup in Bread Bowls
This soup is a fun way to enjoy pizza flavors. Begin by cooking chopped onion and garlic in a pot with olive oil until soft. Add diced tomatoes, pizza sauce, and chicken or vegetable broth.
Stir in sliced pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and your choice of vegetables like bell peppers and mushrooms.
Let it simmer for a few minutes. To serve, hollow out some bread rolls to make bowls and ladle the hot soup inside. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of oregano for a delicious, cheesy treat.
8. Chicken Pot Pie Soup
For a comforting chicken pot pie soup, start by cooking chopped onion, carrots, and celery in a pot with butter until soft. Add diced cooked chicken and stir for a minute. Pour in chicken broth and add frozen peas and corn.
Then, mix in heavy cream for a rich flavor. To thicken the soup, you can add a little flour or cornstarch mixed with water. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Serve this warm soup with biscuits or crusty bread for a cozy meal.
9. Slow Cooker Italian White Bean Soup
For a hearty and flavorful soup, you’ll start by soaking white beans overnight. In the morning, drain the beans and add them to your slow cooker along with chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery.
Pour in vegetable broth and add crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. You can also add a bay leaf for extra flavor. Stir everything together and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the beans are tender.
Before serving, remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper. This soup is great with some crusty bread on the side.
10. 30-Minute Italian Sausage & Pepper Soup
For a quick and delicious soup, start by cooking crumbled Italian sausage in a large pot over medium heat until it’s browned. Once the sausage is cooked, add chopped bell peppers and onion, and cook until they are soft.
Next, stir in minced garlic and cook for about a minute. Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Bring it to a boil, then add small pasta like ditalini or macaroni.
Cook until the pasta is tender. Season with salt and pepper, and enjoy this hearty soup in about 30 minutes!
11. Instant Pot Creamy Red Lentil Soup
For a smooth and creamy soup, you’ll begin by sautéing chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in your Instant Pot until soft. Then, add rinsed red lentils, diced carrots, and vegetable broth. Season with cumin, coriander, and a little salt.
Close the lid and cook on high pressure for about 10 minutes. Once done, let the steam release naturally for a few minutes, then carefully release any remaining steam. Blend the soup until smooth, and stir in some coconut milk for creaminess.
12. Ravioli & Meatball Soup with Garlic Bread Croutons
To create this fun soup, start by cooking meatballs in a large pot until they are browned. Then, add chopped onion and cook until soft. Pour in chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add frozen or fresh ravioli and cook until they float to the top.
You can also add spinach or kale for some greens. For garlic bread croutons, slice some bread, brush with garlic butter, and toast until golden.
Serve the soup in bowls, topped with the croutons for a delicious twist!
13. Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup
This soup is perfect for using up leftover turkey. Start by cooking chopped onion, carrots, and celery in a pot with olive oil until soft. Then, add diced turkey and cook for a few more minutes.
Pour in chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook until they are tender. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like thyme or parsley. This comforting soup is easy to make and a great way to enjoy your leftover turkey.
14. Instant Pot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
For a comforting and hearty soup, begin by sautéing chopped onion, carrots, and celery in your Instant Pot until they soften. Next, add diced chicken breasts, wild rice, and chicken broth. Season with thyme, garlic powder, and a bit of salt and pepper. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for about 25 minutes.
Once it’s done, let the steam release naturally for 10 minutes before releasing any remaining steam. Stir in heavy cream for a rich finish, and enjoy this delicious soup that warms you from the inside out.
15. Slow Cooker Taco Soup
To make this tasty taco soup, start by browning ground beef in a skillet. Then, drain the fat and transfer the beef to your slow cooker. Add a can of black beans, a can of kidney beans, a can of corn, and a can of diced tomatoes.
Stir in a packet of taco seasoning and some beef broth. You can also add chopped onion and bell pepper for extra flavor. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for about 3-4 hours.
Before serving, top your soup with shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips for a fun and flavorful meal.
16. Vegetable Beef Soup
For a hearty vegetable beef soup, begin by browning stew beef in a large pot with a bit of oil. Once the beef is browned, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until they soften.
Then, pour in beef broth and add diced tomatoes. You can also add frozen peas, green beans, and potatoes for extra veggies.
Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Let it simmer until the beef is tender, usually about 1 to 1.5 hours. This soup is warm and comforting, perfect for chilly days.
17. Kale White Bean Soup
This healthy soup is easy to make and packed with flavor. Start by cooking chopped onion and garlic in a pot with olive oil until they are soft. Then, add vegetable broth and bring it to a simmer. Stir in rinsed white beans and chopped kale.
You can also add diced tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let the soup simmer for about 20-30 minutes until the kale is tender. This soup is not only delicious but also full of nutrients.
18. Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
To make a flavorful black bean soup, start by rinsing and draining canned black beans. In your slow cooker, combine the beans with chopped onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, and diced tomatoes.
Pour in vegetable broth and season with cumin, chili powder, and salt. If you like a little heat, add some diced jalapeños.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for about 3-4 hours. Before serving, you can blend part of the soup for a creamier texture and top it with avocado, sour cream, or cilantro.
19. Lentil & Chard Soup with Pumpkin Seed-Cheddar Crisps
This soup is both healthy and delicious. Start by cooking chopped onion, carrots, and celery in a pot with olive oil until soft.
Then, add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, and chopped chard. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme, and let it simmer until the lentils are tender.
To make the pumpkin seed-cheddar crisps, mix pumpkin seeds with shredded cheddar cheese and bake until crispy. Serve the soup hot, topped with the crispy cheese seeds for a nice crunch.
20. North African Chickpea Soup
For a flavorful North African-inspired soup, start by sautéing chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in olive oil until soft. Add canned chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Stir in spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon for warm flavors.
You can also add diced sweet potatoes and chopped spinach. Let the soup simmer for about 30 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender. This soup is vibrant and aromatic, perfect for a cozy meal.
21. Fragrant Seafood Stew
To create a fragrant seafood stew, begin by cooking chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper in a pot with olive oil until they are soft.
Add diced tomatoes and seafood broth, bringing it to a simmer. Then, stir in a mixture of seafood, such as shrimp, scallops, and white fish.
Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like parsley or dill. Let it cook until the seafood is cooked through, usually about 5-10 minutes. Serve this delicious stew with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Each recipe is easy to make and offers a variety of tastes and ingredients, so you can find something you love. These soups are perfect even if you’re cooking for yourself or sharing with friends and family.
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Nancy has been a plant person from an early age. That interest blossomed into a bachelor’s in biology from Elmira College and a master’s degree in horticulture and communications from the University of Kentucky. Nancy worked in plant taxonomy at the University of Florida and the L. H. Bailey Hortorium at Cornell University, and wrote and edited gardening books at Rodale Press in Emmaus, PA. Her interests are plant identification, gardening, hiking, and reading.