Soups

Nothing says fall more than pumpkin. Roasted pumpkin, tomatoes, and white wine pureed and mixed with a touch of cream. Tastes like fallen leaves and warm sweaters!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Cauliflower and carrots load this soup up with vitamins and the half and half makes it a lighter cream soup than some other cream-based versions.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with jalapeno pepper, lime juice, lime zest, kosher salt, fresh cilantro, olive oil, onion, garlic, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Sauteed butternut squash and onion, fresh grated nutmeg, and creamy buttermilk combine to make a fantastic first course.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with avocado, black pepper, olive oil, spring onions, fresh ginger, garlic, vegetable stock, water, courgettes (zucchini), salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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Even if you live in the heart of New England, this might be a chowder to rival your favorite. Bacon, potatoes, and clams in a creamy base make up a bowl that'll...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The bean and bacon soup by Campbell's is a long time favorite of many. Now you can nix the can and make it from scratch!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with green chilies, Italian-style stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, lemon pepper, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, flour, water

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Love the creamy chicken tortilla soup from Ground Round? Make it at home with this simple version that takes only minutes to prepare.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a comforting meal that mimics your favorite Italian eatery? This easy pasta e fagioli combines ground beef, beans, and fresh veggies that's great for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Panera is known for their delicious soups and this recipe is no exception. It's made with fresh broccoli and lots of cheddar cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Buttermilk gives this potato soup an extra creamy and buttery flavor, and fresh dill helps balance out the richness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Caramelized onions, beef broth, white wine, and brandy make up this rich soup.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

The secret to copying Noah's Ark's famous clam chowder is using two kinds of soup mixed with clams, sauteed onions, and a lot of rich half-and-half.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Clams, potatoes, half and half, and a special spice blend make up a chowdah that'll transport you straight to New England.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Three kinds of seafood are simmered in a rich, tomato-based broth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Just like loaded potato skins, but in a hearty and warming soup. The potato soup base is incredibly creamy and the classic sprinkling of bacon and green onions finishes the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There are many variations on the classic Italian soup, pasta e fagioli. This near-instant version is closer to the stew-like varieties, yielding a hearty meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Let's be honest: nothing beats a big bowl of soup on a chilly day. Dive into the delightful mix of lamb, veggies, and barley that makes Olga's Kitchen Peasant Soup a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Browned beef along with cans of beans, minestrone, veggies, and tomatoes is about as simple as it gets for those days when cooking is a chore.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Old-fashioned means starting with dried beans and a ham bone. Doing things the good old way does take a little time, but the resulting soup is so savory you won't mind the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Quick, simple, tasty and easy to make a big batch for leftovers. Don't stress about a complicated dinner. This veggie beef soup is the way to go.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A classic version of French onion soup, just like what's served at TGIFriday's

Method:   crock pot, stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Recreate O'Charley's comforting chicken harvest soup at home with this rich blend of chicken stock, fresh veggies, melt-in-your-mouth chicken, and tender egg...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cilantro, cumin, boneless, skinless chicken breasts halves, chicken broth, Rotel tomatoes, green chiles, onion, olive oil, garlic, lime juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hard to find a more simplistic, classic potato soup than this. Boiled potatoes and onions with milk, butter, and salt are all it takes to make this down-home bowl to warm any...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Consomme a la Madrilene is not your average soup; it features a blend of chicken stock and tomato puree with a hint of lemon for a bright finish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Baby Doe's Matchless Mine was a theme restaurant chain. One of the famous recipes to come out of the restaurant was this rich beer cheese soup made...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Instant potatoes are a seriously clever trick for effortlessly thick, savory soups. This cheesy, cheddar-packed recipe is ready to ladle out into bowls almost as soon as it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A slow cooked version of traditional clam chowder. It's made with canned clams, potatoes, bacon, onion, and half and half.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt and pepper, dried parsley, butter or margarine, milk, cream-style corn, cream of mushroom soup, frozen corn, frozen shredded hash brown...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with beer, Cheez Whiz, milk, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, bacon, onion, chicken bouillon granules, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This ultra-simple homemade clam base only has three ingredients and comes together in a matter of minutes. You can make a big batch and freeze some for future chowders, too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The soup is thick and creamy, with just the right amount of sweetness from the corn. The potatoes add a heartiness to the soup, while the celery and onion give it a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A copycat version of La Madeleine's popular tomato soup made with fresh tomatoes, tomato juice, fresh basil, cream, butter, and seasonings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Stay home, save money, and learn a delicious new recipe. A medley of slow-simmered veggies make this Carrabba's copycat chicken soup hearty without being...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

If you thought regular gumbo was as New Orleans as it gets, you're in for a surprise. Alligator meat in a savory gumbo made with celery, bell pepper, and okra is a notch up on the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Broccoli soup, simplified! Frozen broccoli, cooked noodles, and cheese are cooked in the crockpot for a few hours to make a rich, and tasty soup.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Doesn't matter what country it's from, comforting chicken noodle soup is universal. This slow-simmered Yugoslavian version has plenty of cabbage and parsley, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with fresh parsley, potatoes, onions, celery, salt, half and half, butter or margarine, sharp Cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Rich and creamy and packed full of seafood. This chowder boasts a blend of clams, shrimp, and crab in a cream-based soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Chinese bean curd soup with shiitakes, preserved turnip, and slow-cooked chicken and pork will be an authentic adventure for your taste buds.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This bouillabaisse is made with an assortment of seafood in a broth of clam juice, white wine, and tomatoes. A complicated dish demystified with a crockpot!

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A slow-cooker is your best bet for an all-day clam chowder that you don't have to keep an eye on. Evaporated milk and cream of mushroom soup do the trick for...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Skip the canned stuff and make your own cream of mushroom soup from scratch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Lentils, sausage, and a veggie-packed broth make up this copycat recipe for Carrabba's famous lentil soup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A copycat of the soup served at Pea Soup Andersen's (and you know it has to be good if the restaurant was named after it!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Another favorite from the 4B's restaurant chain in Montana. Reviewers say to use coffee creamer or half and half in place of the cream for the most authentic flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with milk, pepper, salt, cornstarch, crab meat, parsley, Old Bay Seasoning, butter, heavy whipping cream, half and half

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tender broccoli, cheddar cheese, and a savory cream sauce make this soup a winner. To cut the calories you can easily substitute low-fat milk in the sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There's nothing like chicken soup to warm the body and soul, especially from a scratch-made recipe like this one. The chicken and veggies make an unbelievably rich-tasting broth...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

The soup that eats like a meal! Beef stew meat, onions, and potatoes are cooked in a hearty broth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A hearty slow cooked soup that is delicious any time of year. Made with cabbage and kidney beans in a chili-flavored tomato-based broth.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This could easily be called "a little bit of everything" soup with its unusual but delicious blend of flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours