Soups

Lentils are one of the best choices for easy, healthy soups. Their mild flavor allows the fresh flavors of herbs and veggies to shine through while bulking up a simple soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A little taste of North African cuisine. This Moroccan chickpea soup seems all over the place with veggies, cinnamon and pasta but it all ties together...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with salt, dried oregano, carrot, onion, garlic, broth, cabbage, green beans, tomato paste, dried basil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This rich, buttermilk and fresh broccoli soup can be served warm garnished with cheddar cheese or chilled with creamy yogurt.

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

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Discover a delicious 24-hour French onion soup recipe, filled with sweet caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and gooey melted cheese. Easy steps for an...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

If you're looking for beautifully colored soups, borscht is tough to beet! This version of the classic soup uses canned beets for convenience.


Time:   over 5 hours

There's just no substitute for good gumbo! Chicken, shrimp and sausage come together with onions and bell pepper that provide classic Cajun veggie flavors.

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

A light and quick meal. If you've never tried making Pho (pronounced "fuh") this is a great recipe to start with.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Tender onions, rich broth, and gooey cheese. What more could you ask for?

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This delicious bisque recipe comes from the Simon Pearce restaurant. It is the perfect fall dish, made with butternut squash, onion, cream, apple cider, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious fall flavors of pumpkin, garlic, onions, and potatoes in a beautiful and hearty puree. Top with bacon and sour cream for autumnal perfection.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Onions slowly simmered in a rich beef stock and served with cheese-topped bread make up this classic French onion soup. Consider it gourmet comfort food.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Clam chowder is a type of soup made with potatoes, celery, onions, and clams. There are many variations, but the most common type is Manhattan, which is made with a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Smooth and savory baked bean soup! With carrots, onions, and celery it's a healthy but satisfying bowl for a cold night. Throw in some hot sauce and pepper to really keep the chill...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

French onion soup is unmistakable with its rich flavor and cheesy croutons. Copy Panera's version with this recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A slow cooked twist to traditional hot and sour soup. Made with pork, mushrooms, tofu, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts in a rich broth.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This soup may be kid friendly, but grown-ups will come back for seconds too! With celery, carrots, and squash, this soup is hearty enough for a main course.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with half and half, egg yolks, nutmeg, banana squash, onion, butter, flour, chicken broth, dry vermouth, ground ginger

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Navy beans and ham go together like mac n' cheese, gin and tonic, or this recipe and your kitchen. Starting with a bone-in hock adds tremendous savory flavor to the...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Amazing how some shrimp and corn can turn some creamy potato soup into something spectacular that tastes like you made it from scratch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Great Northern beans in a great soup recipe. This Disney copycat is chock full of veggies in addition to the beans and some smoked ham. Healthy and satisfying.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Don't waste the asparagus ends that don't make the cut for your other dishes. Use them in this savory and creamy soup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hearty and filling, and perfect for a cold winter day. Just throw all the ingredients into a slow cooker and let it do its thing. You'll have...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Wedding soup is actually "married soup" (minestra maritata) which refers to the melding of ingredients and flavors. The crock pot helps enhance that further...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Black-eyed peas and ham makes a stellar Southern side dish, so it's about time that combo got turned into a soup. Adding in chopped collard greens really completes the ensemble.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This slow simmered tortilla soup isn't just delicious, it's also easy to make and forgiving if you want to adjust the ingredient quantities.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This copycat recipe for Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana (Tuscany soup) is made with spicy sausage, potatoes, onion, bacon, kale, and heavy whipping cream.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A classic potato soup recipe that isn't overly heavy but yet still has a thick, creamy texture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

One spoonful of this creamy mushroom soup and you'll be ditching the canned version forever. Butter, garlic and sherry help make a savory bowl that's as quick as it is great.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Nerd out over some New England flair meets California vibes in this rich Monterey Wharf clam chowder. It's all about the fresh clams in a velvety cream broth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Anasazi beans (also known as New Mexico cave beans or Appaloosa beans) are an heirloom variety of small, creamy-colored beans that have a mild flavor, good texture, and nice aroma.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

There's something magical about 15 bean soup. It's like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. This make-ahead-mix will make several batches of the rich and hearty soup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Beef stock, basil and cream turns ordinary tomato soup into a savory, herby bowl of beauty. Add a grilled cheese and the perfect lunch is complete.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A combination of cilantro, ginger and cumin brings plenty of flavor to this soup chock full of beans, carrots, and onion.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This soup is hearty and filling. It's made with lentils, rice, cumin, and tomatoes and is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bennigan's may have gone out of business but you can still have their famous potato soup by making this copycat recipe at home!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A creamy bisque with a hint of heat. It's made with potatoes, creamed corn, and shrimp in a cream base.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy without being too heavy, this is a great soup to have in your arsenal. Soak the mushrooms ahead of time and you'll have an elegant soup ready in no time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

A non-cream based creamy soup made with celery, onions, potatoes, and lots of spices to fill out the flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Caribou is a very lean and flavorful meat without a gamey flavor. It's quick cooking so don't let the soup boil, just leave it at a low simmer, otherwise the meat may become tough.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Made with tomatoes, pinto beans, tortilla chips, taco cheese, taco seasoning mix, white shoepeg corn, kidney beans, tomatoes with chiles, ranch salad dressing mix, black beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This scrumptious seafood ceviche is equally suited for impressing guests and impressing yourself. It's got plenty of citrus, a little bit of horseradish, and creamy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A great meal for a last minute dinner idea, just keep the canned goods on hand. Simply add browned ground beef and you can vary the other ingredients to suit your tastes.

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

An ideal use for the leftover Thanksgiving turkey carcass. Celery and carrots along with the carcass make a savory broth for a sensational soup packed with veggies, cubed...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with ground beef, onion, carrots, celery, cabbage, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon or stock

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A hearty, slow cooked, classic Italian soup. White beans are cooked in a tasty tomato-based sauce with cooked pasta added in at the end (so it doesn't get mushy).

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

Is there any dish that sounds more English than bubble and squeak? Made with cabbage, herbs, and sausage, it certainly tastes the part as well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Creamy onion soup is perfect for an elegant starting course. Elegant enough to grace the tables of the White House, apparently, so definitely good enough for the rest of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Delicious as a stand-alone soup or perfect as a substitute in place of canned cream soups. Easy to make and customize as needed.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Split pea soup in no time using a pressure cooker or Instant Pot. And, it's pretty darned tasty too!

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 crab meat, sherry, whipping cream, all-purpose flour, Hollandaise sauce mix, dry mustard, half and half, butter, Old Bay seasoning, celery seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes