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"A hearty, flavorful and comforting anytime soup, with everything you want in one bowl!"

-Amanda Gryphon

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Lazy, Creamy Slow-Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

"Just as stated, it really is the perfect lazy soup. You just put everything in the slow cooker and let it go. Great for this cold weather."

-Jonathan Melendez

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French Onion Soup

"This is the best French onion soup I've ever made. It was thick, rich and the flavor was outstanding. I wouldn't change a thing; why mess with perfection?"

-Kermit in Huntsville

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Chicken Tortellini Soup

"This was very tasty. I had all the ingredients on hand, and not a lot of time, so this worked out great for me."

-Lisanne73

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Bonus: Easy Bisquick Dumplings

"It doesn't get any easier than this. The dumplings were soft and tender. I added them to canned soup to spruce it up."

-Jonathan Melendez

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Chicken Tortilla Soup II

"This was very easy and super good! My husband who hates soup said he would like to have it on a regular basis."

-Tiffanee

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15 Bean Soup

"I am a big fan of this soup. It is very versatile in the respect that you can use a variety of meats or choose to use none whatsoever. I have made this using ham, smoked sausage, Italian bulk sausage or even bacon."

-PetesNina

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New England Clam Chowder

"This was my first attempt at clam chowder, and it was a hit. It had lots of clams and great flavor."

-DDW

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Beef Noodle Soup

"I thought this would be a nice 'warm the belly' dinner on a cold rainy night, and I was right!"

-mums the word

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Best Cream of Broccoli Soup

"I loved this. I liked the use of Velveeta. It melts wonderfully and gives the soup a smooth, creamy taste."

-Trish's Dishes

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Hearty Portuguese Kale Soup

"Wonderful combination of fresh kale, chorizo sausage, beans and comforting chicken broth. This recipe changed my outlook on kale!"

-Andi Longmeadow Farm

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Spicy Taco Bean Soup

"Thick, delicious and healthy! I don't think anyone would miss the meat in this soup. The refried beans really give this a thick-bodied texture."

-Parsley

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BEENZEN BUZZARD STEW

“I created this recipe on a day I needed to use up some leftover fresh green beans and zucchini. Even our pickiest eaters ate it and asked for more! It’s practically endless in its flexibility. You can make a lot of changes to this recipe according to what you have on hand.”

-trudywschuett

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Vegetarian French Onion Soup

“This recipe is vegetarian, but the flavors are just as bold as the original. This recipe can also be made vegan by substituting the cheese!”

-jaclyniicole

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"We love the thickness of this soup. We typically use yellow split peas, and it's delicious every time."

-Tracy Jayne

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"This was a nice simple chowder recipe. Comforting and easy to make."

-DianaEatingRichly

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Butternut Squash Bisque

"This was an excellent bisque and very easy to put together. Only problem was that I didn't make enough for seconds. The hint of nutmeg made the difference—don't forget it."

-Lee Calhoun

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Tomato Soup

"I had this recipe pulled together in 10 minutes. We don't eat fresh tomatoes this time of year because they are quite awful, so I used a can of organic 'fire roasted' tomatoes instead. Mmm! My husband and I both had seconds!"

-COOKGIRl

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Broccoli Cheese Soup

"This is a very nice broccoli cheese soup that isn't complicated to prepare."

-Petite Mommy

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Cheesy Mayan Maize Soup

"For being so easy, this is very good. It's cheesy, with a little sweetness from the creamed corn. This is a good soup for kids."

-*Parsley*

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Roasted Tomato Soup

"This was fantastic, so easy and surprisingly substantial. I love that you can make it the same night and it's wonderful."

-Kristina+Enno

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Quick Creamy Broccoli Soup

"This is a fantastic low-fat soup recipe that tastes very creamy. It is also fast and easy—a really great healthy soup for the broccoli lover!"

-spatchco*ck

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"This baby is a hit! The smells in the kitchen were as good as the soup!"

-grampy1939

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Egg Drop Soup

"This recipe totally reminded me of home. It was so simple and delicious."

-SharonChen

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"Loved it. First time making my own noodles and it was easy and yummy!"

-ejo801

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Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup

"This was super-easy, fast and delicious. It smelled so good while it simmered in the slow cooker. Plus, it's an excellent way to use leftover ham."

-GaylaV

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Chunky Vegetable Lentil Soup

"We loved this. It was delicious and so easy."

-Chef #1803488102

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Butternut Squash Soup

"This has a delicious blend of flavors. The large variety of vegetables and fruits makes it very healthy. I will definitely make it again."

-Spencer #2

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Taco Soup

"This is so good! I made it for a potluck, and one person actually went to the store to buy Tupperware to take the rest home with her."

-Patience72385

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"This is very good and healthy. This made for a delicious lunch and is a great way to use more yellow squash and zucchini."

-Charlotte J

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Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup

"This mushroom soup really lets the ingredients shine: It's just the wonderful taste of mushrooms and cream. Perfect!"

-Katanashrp

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Chinese Hot-and-Sour Soup

"I especially loved the broth in this. Shiitake mushrooms gave the soup a richer and more authentic flavor than buttons."

-The Wallaces

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"This is the best soup I've had in a long time. I was worried the cumin would be too much but it's perfect."

-laclark30black

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Jalapeno Sweet Potato Soup

"This has plenty of heat, but not enough to mask the complexity of this beautiful creation. There was plenty to freeze for several more meals."

-L'ecole

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"This was delicious, and I felt like I was doing something nice for myself eating it. It's very healthy and simple."

-papergoddess

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"This is quick to make and tastes delicious. I loved the thick and chunky texture from the mashed beans."

-*Parsley*

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Red Lentil Soup

"This is really a great soup. Don't skip (or skimp on) the cilantro, the spices or the lemon juice. They totally make the soup."

-sofia12

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"This is an excellent soup. I used chanterelles and morels, pureed and strained it, and the result was a velvety, very flavorful soup."

-Chef Kate

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Potato Spinach Soup

"This was a nice, comforting way to get your winter veggies in."

-Marg (CaymanDesigns)

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"I have made this four times now, and it is delicious. It tastes just like Max and Erma's, if not better."

-CaraBeara

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Spanish Tomato Basil Soup

"This was so satisfying. Plus, it makes lots of leftovers."

-Teresa in Charleston

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Light Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Soup

"What a fabulous recipe. I've never had a soup like this before, so this was a wonderful treat. Each bite was full-flavored and delicious."

-DuChick

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Chicken Noodle Soup

"This was so good. There is nothing better than a bowl of homemade noodle soup on a cold day."

-anniesnomsblog

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Intense Black Bean Soup

"This was very good soup. It had a very pleasant aroma while cooking. The flavor was good, with a nice kick of heat."

-Heather'sKitchen

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"This is way better than restaurant pho. I am addicted."

-La Nina del pimiento

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Turkey Barley Soup

"This is a wonderful way to use leftover turkey. It smelled wonderful while it was simmering and really hit the spot after we were out in the cold."

-PetesNina

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La Madeleine Tomato Basil Soup

"Best tomato soup recipe I have tried so far."

-OjaiNeville

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Cream Cheese Potato Soup

"This is awesomeness in a bowl. It's pretty easy to make and inexpensive, too. I left the skin on, which gave it more of a distinct potato flavor."

-ChubbyJedi

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"I love miso, and this soup is wonderful and so easy to make. I was delighted with the results. The heat was perfect."

-Leggy Peggy

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Garden Tomato Vegetable Soup

"This is my own interpretation of Panera's vegetable soup. It's easy to make, and turned out better than their version."

-s. anne

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Stacy's Vegetable Beef Soup

"This is the most delicious soup I've ever had. The red wine makes all the difference."

-Marcia Adams

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Thai Peanut Soup

"This was an awesome blend of flavors and turned out to be a hit."

-ChefTop

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Chicken Queso Soup

"This soup is addictive. Creamy, rich and spicy. I topped mine with crumbled tortilla strips for a delightful crunch."

-LifeIsGood

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Quick Minestrone Soup

"This minestrone is great to curl up with on a chilly night."

-CHILI SPICE

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Jo Mama's Beef Stew

"This was so good. It was even better the next day."

-Auntie Jan

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Fennel Avgolemono Soup

"This soup is excellent. I like that it's simple and doesn't have too many ingredients, so the flavor of the fennel really comes through."

-*Parsley*

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"I think this is one of the best lentil soups that I've ever made. It's very nicely spiced. This is even better when reheated the next day."

-*Parsley*

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Healthy Potato Soup

"I love the 'hidden' veggies in this, and it even tasted creamy with the non-fat evaporated milk. It's very filling."

-CaliforniaJan

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Lemon Asparagus Soup

"This was really good. This was very yummy and reheats nicely."

-dicentra

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Hungarian Mushroom Soup

"This is a great recipe that uses simple ingredients that are electrified with the Hungarian paprika and dill weed. Yum!"

-catherine.mcfarland86

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"This was perfect for cold weather. It was very creamy, filling and had a wonderful deep orange color."

-Chef floWer

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Albondigas Soup

"Very good - served to a crowd, varying ages and it went over great!"

-ShelJa

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"Outstanding! All our guests wanted to take home the recipe. The flavors all combined well, and the texture was wonderful."

-Chef floWer

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Italian Smoked Sausage Bean Soup

"I was amazed at how flavorful this was, considering the relatively few ingredients. I highly recommend it."

-tom.beitel@gmail.com

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Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Cheese

"I loved the gooey cheese broiled on top. I stirred it together so there was cheese in every spoonful."

-*Parsley*

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Chesapeake Bay Rosy Crab Soup

"This is a great, healthy alternative to the cream cheese-heavy crab recipes that abound. Delish."

-Little Chef CP

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Italian Wedding Soup

"This soup is incredibly easy and delicious. My husband had three bowls — I couldn't get him to stop eating!"

-ciao

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Baked Potato Soup

"Everyone loves this soup and asks me for the recipe — it's so good!"

-pix1219

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Beef Barley Soup

"l loved how quick this was, and I especially loved the calories being so low. This will definitely go into our soup rotation this winter."

-Foodie61

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FAQs

Is soup good for cold weather? ›

There is no better culinary cure for the winter chills than chicken soup. A flavorful broth and perfectly cooked chicken make this classic even better. Add fresh egg noodles to the bowl, or go all out with this recipe for the ultimate chicken noodle soup.

How do you cool and store homemade soup? ›

Professional kitchens use an ice bath: Place a container of soup in a larger container and fill it with ice water to come up to the same level as the soup. Stir from time to time as it cools to speed things up. Once it is at room temperature the soup can be divided, covered, and refrigerated or frozen.

How do you meal prep and freeze soup? ›

The ideal container for freezing soup depends on how you plan to eat it later, your freezer space, and what you have on hand. If space is an issue or you like to freeze individual servings, airtight freezer bags are a great option. Put your soup in the bag, squeeze out as much air as possible, and seal it tight.

What is the best food for cold weather? ›

From cumin and cayenne-spiked chili to ultra-cheesy chicken pot pie, here are eleven comforting foods to warm you up when it's freezing outside.
  • Cheesy Chicken Pot Pie. ...
  • Beef Stew in Red Wine. ...
  • Classic Cheese Fondue. ...
  • Chicken and Spaghetti Casserole. ...
  • Ricotta Gnocchi Gratin. ...
  • Rich Baked Chocolate Puddings.
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Is canned chicken soup good for a cold? ›

Even the warmth of chicken soup can help. Drinking the liquid and inhaling the vapors increase the temperature of nasal and respiratory passages, which loosens the thick mucus that often accompanies respiratory illnesses. Compared with hot water alone, studies show chicken soup is more effective at loosening mucus.

What are the 4 main soups? ›

There are four main categories of soup: Thin, Thick, Cold and National.

What is difference between soup and bisque? ›

Bisque Is Richer Than Soup

The complexity of flavors in a well-made soup is achieved through careful simmering, seasoning, and the interplay of diverse ingredients. In general, soup is thought of as an everyday dish, however, whereas bisque is more luxurious. Bisque takes a more refined approach to flavor.

What are 3 specialty soups? ›

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NameOrigin
BorschtUkraine
BouillabaisseFrance
Shark fin soupChina
Tom yam kungThailand

Can I leave homemade soup out overnight to cool? ›

Food should not be at room temperature for more than two hours.

How long does homemade soup last? ›

It's especially important if you make a large pot that might not be finished in one sitting. Like other leftover foods, homemade soup can safely be stored in the fridge for three to four days, per standard guidance from the USDA.

Can I eat soup that has been in the fridge for a week? ›

For best safety and quality, plan to eat refrigerated soup within 3 to 4 days or freeze it. And avoid letting soup set at room temperature for more than TWO hours.

What soups should not be frozen? ›

Soups with a creamy consistency, like potato or chowders, might not taste good after freezing because it affects the texture and makes potatoes mushy. Rice, beans, and noodle soups might also taste different or become mushy. Typically, broth-based soups will freeze well.

What cooked foods freeze well? ›

Choose from dozens of delicious freezer meals including casseroles, baked pasta dishes, gumbo, pot roast, slow-cooker soups and stews, and more. You guests will never guess that you just popped that Turkey-Noodle-Poppy Seed Casserole out of the freezer.

Can I freeze soup with potatoes in it? ›

Experts say potato soup doesn't freeze well. Freezing soups with potatoes can become dry, because potatoes will sponge up moisture, and have a tendency to become grainy when defrosted. Plus, dairy-based soups can separate and lose their creamy consistency. All in all, potato soup is one to enjoy immediately.

Why do people eat soup when it's cold? ›

The main reason why people eat soup in winter is because it's warm! A nice hot bowl of hot soup warms the body and brings a smile to everyone's face. But there are many other reasons to eat soup in winter. In addition to making you feel better, soups are very flavorful.

Does soup keep your body warm? ›

Eating hot food increases your body's internal temperature, which causes you to sweat more. When your sweat naturally evaporates, your body becomes cooler than before. This effect is even more noticeable when eating a spicy soup, as spicy foods like peppers can cause you to sweat, making your body cooler.

Why do people drink soup on a cold day? ›

The warmth! A hot bowl of soup is sure to warm you right up, even when the thermometer has dipped into the negative numbers. Hot soup warms your body from within, giving you a core warmth that's sure to spread to every part of your body. There's a reason they call winter soup season!

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