Soups

Making your own broth takes a little effort, but it's essential for a souplicious result. Once you've got a savory stock to work with, throwing in the veggies and pasta...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Resist the urge to stir this recipe. Let it cook until everything is tender and you'll have the most wonderful soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A cheesy soup loaded with ground beef, veggies, and of course, bacon!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you're craving some thick gumbo that makes no compromises, here it is. Eggplant, tomato and okra stewed in chicken stock with spicy jalapenos makes a healthy and hearty gumbo to top a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Mixing spicy chorizo and shrimp into the creamy rice and veggie puree makes for a delicious new spin on a classic. Good, toasted bread is the only side you need.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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This is no light, boring appetizer soup. Tender chicken, rich gnocchi, and an array of veggies make this a seriously hearty bowl of soup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This knock off recipe for Bennigan's potato soup tastes just like they used to serve at the restaurant!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with parsley, salt and white pepper, chicken stock, orzo pasta, boneless skinless chicken breasts, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Comfort food made from scratch with the help of your crock pot.


Time:   2-5 hours

This fix and freeze French onion soup recipe has you do the hard work ahead of time. When ready to serve, all you have to do is heat the soup and add the bread and...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This copycat red pepper soup is perfect for any day of the week. Roasted red peppers, basil, balsamic, and cream really take this scrumptious soup over...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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

Looking for a convenient and hearty soup? This easy minestrone combines chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, veggies, and Italian seasonings in a slow cooker, creating a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

All your favorite pizza flavors are in this wonderful soup. Italian sausage, pepperoni, fresh mushrooms, bell pepper and diced tomatoes make this a hearty and tasty meal.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Looking for a cool way to chill out in the kitchen? This cauliflower vichyssoise is not just a soup; it's a refreshing escape from the ordinary.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

There's nothing like a bowl of good chicken soup to hit the spot when you need it. This one's a keeper, cooking chicken from scratch is the key to a savory broth that...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Leeks with potatoes, carrots, and onions slow-cooked with butter and finished with some evaporated milk for a creamy touch.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This fish soup has it all. It has a beautiful color from loads of fresh greens, spinach, and okra and a wonderful spicy flavor from zap of hot sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hot, spicy gumbo and rice is a dish that everybody should learn. Packed with sausage, chicken, and okra, a bowl of this gumbo is as filling as it gets.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Chop your way into heaven with all these healthy vegetables. Loaded with flavor, serve up a warm helping of this pressure cooked goodness in just 30 minutes.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

A hearty soup made with chicken, potatoes, and tomatoes in a rich broth and topped with crispy corn tortilla strips.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, vegetable oil, flour, garlic, onions, celery, green bell pepper, frozen cut okra, chopped tomatoes, chicken stock

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Beef, barley, onion, carrot, celery and bell pepper are simmered together to create this flavorful soup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A different way to serve Brussels sprouts for the holidays. Fresh Brussels sprouts are transformed into a rich, creamy soup in under 30 minutes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This soup is chock full of all the good stuff! Brown rice with veggies makes for one nourishing bowl you'll feel great about eating.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Like all good French food, this Bouillabaisse is rich and exquisitely flavored. A trinity of sea bass, shrimp, and mussels are balanced out by orange zest and thyme.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with smoked sausage, salt, onion, oil, green cabbage, potatoes, chicken broth or homemade stock, water, bay leaf, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Believe it or not, you can make a fantastic broccoli cheese soup using frozen broccoli. This recipe has just the right balance of cheesiness, creaminess, and broccoli-ness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with green onions, chicken broth, mushrooms, garlic, grated ginger root, soy sauce, tofu, snow peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, carrots, sirloin steak, sweet yellow onion, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, beef stock, red potatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This chicken and rice soup is as "set it and forget it" as it gets. Plenty of chopped veggies help make up a savory soup that's a whole meal in a bowl.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Ditch the canned cream of mushroom, this soup is miles above. Chopped chanterelle mushrooms and Madeira wine add loads of flavor to a creamy, buttery broth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Just walk away and let the slow cooker do the work for this bowl of potato corn soup.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

A creamy but lower fat version of cauliflower soup. The blue cheese adds a hint of pungent flavor to dress it up a bit.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a no-nonsense approach to making a delicious smoked sausage gumbo with traditional ingredients. Gather your broth, spices, and veggies, and let the slow cooker...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with evaporated milk, bay leaf, garlic salt, frozen mixed vegetables, onion, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, dried parsley, dried rosemary, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Split peas are often under-used and under-appreciated. They're a great base for a thick, veggie-packed and high-protein soup like this one.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with cayenne pepper, cilantro, olive oil, onion, corn, chicken or vegetable broth, salt and fresh ground black pepper, cream, cornmeal, red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with seasoned salt, ground turmeric, instant mashed potato flakes, powdered milk, chicken bouillon granules, dried minced onion, dried parsley, white pepper, dried thyme


Time:   under 30 minutes

This cheesy chicken chowder has an array of veggies that makes sure that it isn't just delicious, but redeeming and hearty as well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This rich brown stock can be used as a soup base, or in any recipe calling for beef broth or stock.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 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

If you've never had cold soup prepare to be amazed. The tomato-based Spanish classic is refreshing, subtle, and fantastic with some good quality bread.


Time:   2-5 hours

Here's the trick to this quick-and-easy wonton soup. Pre-made pork and ginger dumplings save a ton of time, while fresh ginger and bamboo shoots still deliver loads of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Forget peeling and slicing potatoes, use frozen hash browns instead! You can use the shredded or cubed kind - either one will work perfectly in this recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Savory bacon and rich sour cream turn a hearty potato chowder into an absolute blessing for chilly afternoons and evenings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Some days there is nothing more comforting than a bowl of warm tomato soup. When fresh tomatoes aren't an option this pantry version will substitute nicely

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and white pepper, chicken stock, soy sauce, cornstarch, eggs, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Ready for a one-pot wonder? This super spinach lentil soup brings together tender lentils and vibrant spinach for a meal that's as satisfying as it is delicious.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

You can't go wrong with a creamy broccoli soup for a cool-weather lunch, especially with some good bread for dipping.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The flavors of pork sausage and creamy pumpkin puree marry well in this slow cooked, hearty soup.

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

Meaty oysters and smoked bacon in a rich veal stock served over savory mushroom grits.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you haven't tried La Madeleine's famous potato soup yet, now you can without leaving your house. It has a rich beef base with leeks, onions, and of course...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with swiss cheese, onions, beef broth, butter, sugar, olive oil, flour, black pepper

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours