With Soups you can make ahead, you’ll have no trouble finding something delicious to make. These recipes are fuss-free, flavorful, and perfect for everything from quick lunches to lingering dinners. They’re the kind of meals that make cooking feel effortless.

Hamburger Soup

A bowl of hearty vegetable and beef soup with potatoes, carrots, green beans, and tomatoes, garnished with herbs—one of our favorite easy soups—served with a dinner roll on the side.
Hamburger Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

If you’re craving a warm, hearty meal that comes together in one pot, this recipe with ground beef, potatoes, and a flavorful tomato broth is a solid choice. It’s budget-friendly, easy to customize with your favorite veggies, and perfect for chilly nights when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. Cooking it is straightforward, and the leftovers make for an easy next-day lunch.
Get the Recipe: Hamburger Soup

Instant Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup

A bowl of creamy chicken and gnocchi soup with shredded chicken, spinach, carrots, and black pepper.
Instant Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

If you like cozy meals with tender chicken, fluffy gnocchi, and fresh spinach, this recipe will hit the spot. Made in the Instant Pot, it’s a quick way to get creamy, flavorful soup on the table without spending hours cooking. You’ll love how the carrots add a little crunch to this comforting bowl of soup.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Sausage Kale Bean Soup

Sausage, kale and bean soup in pot with a wooden spoon.
Sausage Kale Bean Soup. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Sausage Kale Bean Soup brings warmth and nutrition to your winter table. The combination of sausage, kale, and beans offers a hearty and flavorful meal. It’s an easy and comforting dish that’s perfect for a cold evening, providing both warmth and a boost of nutrition.
Get the Recipe: Sausage Kale Bean Soup

Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin

Bowls of pumpkin soup with sprigs of rosemary.
Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin is a warming and savory soup that is a perfect fit for your fall table. It’s easy to make with simple steps to follow: simmer, blend, simmer again, then serve. Prepare and have it served in just 40 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin

Easy Chinese Seaweed Egg Drop Soup Recipe (紫菜蛋花汤)

Light and soothing Chinese egg drop soup with seaweed in a bowl.
Easy Chinese Seaweed Egg Drop Soup Recipe (紫菜蛋花汤). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Chinese seaweed soup, also known as “zi cai dan hua tang”(紫菜蛋花汤) in Mandarin, is a light and nourishing soup commonly found in Chinese cuisine.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chinese Seaweed Egg Drop Soup Recipe (紫菜蛋花汤)

Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup

A ladle holds a hearty stew with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and shredded chicken in a rich, orange-colored broth.
Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup is so delicious that it just might replace my favorite cold-weather dish — chili. In fact, having the word soup in this recipe title is a bit misleading. It is so thick and delicious that you might mistake it for a chicken chili or a stew.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup

Pasta e Fagioli Soup

A pot of pasta e fagioli soup with pasta, beans, carrots, and herbs, stirred with a wooden spoon. Basil garnish on top. A bowl of red pepper flakes nearby.
Pasta e Fagioli Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you enjoy the pasta and bean soup at Olive Garden, this copycat version of pasta e fagioli soup is sure to thrill your taste buds.
Get the Recipe: Pasta e Fagioli Soup

Three Sisters Soup

Three Sisters Soup. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This delicious recipe is my spin on a Three Sisters Soup. Three Sisters refers to a companion planting technique used for planting beans, corn, and squash together. This easy, healthy, and delicious version uses crookneck squash, pinto beans, sweet corn, and the beautiful flavor of sage to tie it all together!
Get the Recipe: Three Sisters Soup

Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup

A bowl of creamy crock pot chicken corn soup with a rich, creamy texture.
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup is a comforting and hearty soup with chicken, corn, and a creamy base. It’s perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Corn Soup

Tomato Egg Drop Soup: Classic Chinese Comfort Food

Bowl of tomato and egg soup with cilantro, served with a patterned spoon.
Tomato Egg Drop Soup: Classic Chinese Comfort Food. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Tomato egg drop soup is the perfect blend of flavors of juicy tomatoes and silky egg ribbons in a soothing, warming broth. This delicious classic Chinese soup is quick, taking only 15 minutes to make, and a cozy, one-pot wonder that’s as easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Tomato Egg Drop Soup: Classic Chinese Comfort Food

Hamburger Soup

A pot of hamburger soup with carrots, corn, green beans, and meat in a tomato-based broth, garnished with herbs.
Hamburger Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you can’t decide between hamburgers and soup, why not make yourself some hamburger soup? It’s rich, meaty and really good.
Get the Recipe: Hamburger Soup

Turmeric Lentil Soup

A pot of veggie lentil soup, filled with vegetables and lentils.
Turmeric Lentil Soup. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Turmeric Lentil Soup is a warming and nutritious choice for winter dining. Its blend of lentils and spices offers a comforting and flavorful meal. This soup is not only easy to make but also packed with health benefits, making it a great option for a cozy, comforting dinner.
Get the Recipe: Turmeric Lentil Soup

Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Slow cooker split pea soup in a slow cooker with a spoon.
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup is an easy recipe that’s great for anyone, including beginner cooks. Just prep your ingredients, add them to your slow cooker, and that’s it. Cook it on low to simmer all day, or set it to high if you need it ready sooner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

Creamy Toscana Zuppa Soup (Instant Pot)

zuppa soup with potatoes and sausage in a bowl ready to serve.
Creamy Toscana Zuppa Soup (Instant Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

The famous copycat recipe for Zuppa Toscana Soup (Instant Pot) is loaded with creamy potatoes, spicy Italian sausage, and fresh kale. This Zuppa recipe makes a quick, hearty dinner the whole family will enjoy. The recipe gets its inspiration from the famous Zuppa soup served at Olive Garden restaurants. Easy and quick using your Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Toscana Zuppa Soup (Instant Pot)

Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup

A bowl of stuffed cabbage roll soup with ground meat, cabbage, and tomato sauce, garnished with chopped parsley, sits on a woven placemat next to a wooden spoon.
Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

This slow cooker soup brings together ground beef, cabbage, rice, and tomatoes for a comforting meal that requires almost no effort after the initial prep. You brown the meat, toss everything into the slow cooker, and let it work its magic for hours while you do literally anything else. It’s the kind of recipe that makes weeknight dinners easy and leftovers even easier to love.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup

Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup

A bowl of ground turkey vegetable soup with potatoes, zucchini, peas, and carrots.
Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Savor a wholesome ground turkey vegetable soup that’s perfect for a healthy dinner. Nourish your body and get your taste buds excited.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup

White Bean Soup

A bowl of white bean soup with carrots and croutons.
White Bean Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This White Bean Soup is a one-pot recipe that comes together in just 40 minutes. It’s easy enough to make for weeknight dinners, especially when you’re looking to get some extra fiber and veggies in.
Get the Recipe: White Bean Soup

Cauliflower Cheddar Cheese Bacon Soup

Cauliflower cheddar cheese bacon soup in a pot with a spoon.
Cauliflower Cheddar Cheese Bacon Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Cauliflower Cheddar Cheese Bacon Soup is cozy, delicious, and excellent for cold winter nights. Cauliflower is steamed with chicken broth and cooked with a perfect combination of seasonings. Butter, heavy cream, and cheese thicken the broth, making it extra creamy! Top it off with crispy bacon, and this 30-minute cauliflower soup recipe will be a new family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Cauliflower Cheddar Cheese Bacon Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey and Rice Soup

A bowl of creamy chicken and rice soup with shredded chicken, sliced carrots, celery, and herbs, served on a white plate.
Slow Cooker Turkey and Rice Soup. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Turn leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken into a cozy, creamy soup with carrots, celery, and a touch of wild rice cooked low and slow in your crockpot. It’s an easy way to stretch your leftovers into something fresh and satisfying without extra effort. This recipe is perfect for busy days when you want comfort food that feels homemade but doesn’t require standing over the stove.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey and Rice Soup

Chicken Tortellini Soup

A bowl of chicken tortellini soup with vegetables and herbs.
Chicken Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Chicken Tortellini Soup is extra easy to make and comes together in only one pot in 40 minutes. It’s nutrient-dense, filling, and a great choice for weeknight dinners.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tortellini Soup

Wonton Soup

Bowl of wonton soup with broth, green vegetables, seaweed, and chili oil.
Wonton Soup. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Wonton soup has a smooth wrapper, a hearty filling, and a burst of flavor in rich chicken stock.
Get the Recipe: Wonton Soup

Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

Creamy Italian sausage soup in a pot with a spoon and garnishes on the side.
Creamy Italian Sausage Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Creamy Italian Sausage Soup is a one-pot dish that can be made in 30 minutes. It features ingredients like Italian sausage, cream cheese, canned tomatoes, and heavy whipping cream to give this soup its delicious flavor and texture.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Italian Sausage Soup

A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair, wearing a white T-shirt and dark jeans, stands in a kitchen with a brick backsplash and stainless steel appliances. She is smiling and resting her hands on the counter.

About the author

Hi, I’m Lucy! I’m a home cook, writer, food and wine fanatic, and recipe developer. I’ve created and tested hundreds of recipes so that I can bring you the best tried and true favorites.

Read More About Me

Follow Lucy on social media:

Posted in:

You May Also Like:

Sign up with your email address to receive a 5-day series of Southern Cooking Secrets, followed by weekly emails with recipes and tips. We won't send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time.

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *