There's just something about good soup recipes that can lift your spirit and comfort your soul, and these are our highest-rated soup recipes ever. Our best soup recipes are filled with good-for-you veggies, fresh fish, hearty beef, and more. Load them up with ingredients you have on hand, or try out some of our favorite creative soups with delicious ingredients like red miso or smoky Cajun-seasoning. And don't stress if you're short on time—we have plenty of quick soup recipes that will help you get dinner on the table fast.
Baked Potato Soup
As one of our go-to orders when dining out, we love that we can whip up this creamy potato soup at home whenever the craving strikes. Plus, we can make it as "loaded" as we want with our favorite toppings, such as more cheese, bacon, sour cream, and/or green onion.
Tuscan Tortellini Soup
Simmer the broth and veggies low and slow, then add the tortellini, kale, and a splash of cream before serving. This Italian-inspired soup tastes way more complicated than it is to prepare. The best news: You can enjoy a big bowl of this hearty soup for less than 300 calories.
Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup
It's hard to beat a classic. And our chicken noodle soup recipe is as classic as can be. Put leftover chicken (or turkey) to delicious use as a shortcut ingredient in this home cooked soup recipe that you'll make again and again. Or follow our directions for cooking the chicken to create the most flavorful broth.
Egg Drop Soup
This healthy version of a take-out classic uses low-sodium chicken (or vegetable) broth as its base. Just two eggs provide the perfect amount of texture and protein for this easy egg drop soup recipe, which comes together in just 25 minutes. Fried wonton strips are optional.
Minestrone
This tasty minestrone is a warm dinner for a chilly winter night. It has garbanzo beans, fresh spinach, bell peppers, and rigatoni pasta. Swap the garbanzo beans out with browned Italian sausage or shredded chicken for a heartier option.
Cajun-Seasoned Vegetarian Gumbo
This healthy gumbo recipe may not have any shrimp or andouille sausage, but it does have a ton of flavor. Silky black beans and tender okra bulk up this nourishing stew while it simmers with Cajun-spiced peppers and fire-roasted tomatoes. Add the ingredients to a slow cooker for a fuss-free meal, and serve it alongside a steaming scoop of brown rice.
Tuscan Bean Soup
Not all quick soup recipes are as satisfying as this bowl. Baby carrots, onions, beans, and baby spinach add heartiness to a soup that takes just 20 minutes to make. Freeze a batch of this bean soup to enjoy all season long.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
The crisp bite of tortillas atop spicy chicken soup has made this one of our favorite soup recipes. It also doesn't hurt that there are only five ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time involved in this chicken tortilla soup. Top the bowls with a bit of shredded cheese or some authentic grated queso cotija.
Fast Pho
You'll be blown away by how complex this Vietnamese soup tastes after just 30 minutes of total prep and cook time. The keys to our fast pho recipe? Starting with cooked chicken, pork, or shrimp and loading the broth with flavor-boosters like ginger, star anise, and fresh herbs.
Mediterranean Kale and Cannellini Stew with Farro
This whole-grain veggie soup eats like a meal, even without any meat. A can of beans and a cup of farro crank up the satisfaction factor so you can add this to your list of favorite hearty soup recipes.
Sausage and White Bean Stew with Kale
This sausage-bean stew is a meal prepper's dream. It tastes incredible after just 45 minutes of cooking time. Still, it gets even better reheated after spending up to two days in the refrigerator. Mix up a big batch of this easy stew recipe on Sunday to enjoy for dinner early in the week.
Chunky Vegetable-Lentil Soup
This light and satisfying lentil soup has a mix of hearty winter vegetables, such as mushrooms, carrots, celery, and napa cabbage. Dry green lentils add texture and protein to the veggie-based broth. Unlike some broth-based dishes, this healthy soup recipe is low in sodium.
Butternut Squash Soup with Ravioli
This quick soup recipe is almost too gorgeous to eat. This pretty dish is fast and easy to make—it requires only six ingredients and is ready and on the table in 30 minutes.
Tomato-Tortellini Soup
There are only four ingredients in this creamy soup recipe, and this entire meal can be on the table in less than 15 minutes from opening the first can. Simply bring the broth to a boil, add the tortellini, and lower the heat to a simmer while whisking in the cream cheese and canned tomato soup.
Beefy French Onion Soup
Make French onion soup into a meal by adding slices of sirloin steak, plenty of meaty mushrooms, and a handful of egg noodles. A tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and (optional) dry white wine bring out the cooked onions and tender beef flavors. This caramelized onion soup is still topped with a cheesy toast for a traditional touch.
Spicy Chicken-Corn Chowder
This yummy soup recipe might take an hour to prepare, but it's well worth the wait. Bacon, chicken, potatoes, peppers, and onion combine in this creamy chowder recipe. Add a dash of cayenne pepper or leave a few seeds in your chopped jalapeño for an extra kick.
Pumpkin, Barley, and Sage Soup
Pumpkin soup recipes make some of our favorite autumn dinners. Especially this filling version made with canned pumpkin. Simmer andouille sausage in a broth flavored with pumpkin, maple syrup, and apple cider for a quick, flavorful dinner.
French Chicken Stew
This twist on a traditional French stew comes together in a slow cooker with less than 30 minutes of prep time. Save time by using canned tomatoes and jarred tomato pasta sauce, but don't skimp on the fresh green beans, mushrooms, carrots, and onions. The vegetables add an essential layer to this aromatic and easy chicken stew recipe.
Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
Our favorite easy stew recipes come together quickly but taste like they've been simmering all day. Nutmeg, sage, and apple-cranberry juice flavor this hearty, good-for-you stew recipe. Serve it on a chilly night to warm you up.
Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup
Wondering what to do with the season's fresh butternut squash? First, peel and dice it, then add it to this squash-and-carrot pureed soup. Then add toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) to this quick soup recipe as a crunchy finish.
Skillet Beef Stew
If comfort food is what you're craving, you can't go wrong with beef stew. Chase the chill away with this down-home favorite—beef and vegetables served over simple-to-make mashed potatoes.
Thai-Inspired Butternut Squash Soup with Gremolata
Slow cooker soup recipes are our favorites for chilly days. We combine coconut milk, fish sauce, fresh butternut squash, onions, brown sugar, and Asian chili sauce for this recipe and let the flavors develop over time. A Thai-inspired topping of fresh basil, peanuts, and lime peel adds crunch to this creamy butternut squash soup.
Cabbage Roll Soup
Inspired by Hungarian cabbage rolls, this beef, rice, and vegetable soup is a meal in a bowl. A dash of allspice seasons the entire pot of cabbage soup with the classic flavors of fall. Set your slow cooker to low in the morning, add the ingredients, and look forward to coming home to a cozy meal come suppertime.
Classic Oyster Stew
The ideal oyster stew has a slightly thick broth and complex flavors from plump, tender oysters and simple seasonings. This easy stew recipe also offers a fast prep—it's done in just 25 minutes.
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Winter soups and stews are all about toasty warm bowls and celebrating in-season squash, and this recipe is no different. Curry powder, ginger, and fresh cilantro make this creamy squash soup delicious and flavorful.
Split Pea Soup
The name doesn't do this split pea soup justice. Our version of this simple soup is loaded with toothsome carrots, satisfying chunks of ham, chopped celery and onions, and tons of dried spices. This soup freezes well, so we'd recommend making a double batch to enjoy some now and freeze some for later.
