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I start making soup the second it’s not hot outside anymore. It’s just like a switch that naturally flips, and suddenly I’m reaching for a soup pot, at least once a week. So I thought I’d share my favorite soup recipes, the ones I rotate through the most during the colder months. There are 30 soups in this soup collection, and it really covers everything.

30 of My Best Soup Recipes

Below you’ll find a bunch of soup recipes, and I know you’ll come away with at least 2-3 to make. I’ve included the classic chicken soups I make when someone needs something simple, the hearty beef ones that feel like a full meal, vegetable soups that clean out the fridge, and the creamy ones I make when I want something a little more filling. These aren’t random recipes. They’re the soups I actually go back to every year once it cools off.

Creamy Soup Recipes

Chili Recipes

Tips for Making Soup

1. Build flavor one step at a time. This will largely depend on the recipe, but in order to get maximum flavor, it’s essential to add flavor one layer at a time. That means, take the time to saute vegetables, browning the ground beef, or heating the seasonings until they are fragrant. This layering technique creates a well-balanced but very richly flavored soup.
2. Simmer that pot! Simmering is your friend when it comes to soups. If you boil your soup too long, your veggies will become too mushy, so it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the heat and let it gently simmer and develop flavor over time.
3. Add fresh ingredients towards the end. Ingredients like fresh herbs, leafy greens, or delicate vegetables should be saved for last to maintain their color, freshness, and textures.
4. Go big and double up your ingredients! Soups are so easy to make in large batches and most of them are freezer-friendly. Grab a large pot or two and double or triple the recipe ingredients to have a future meal on hand or deliver a meal to a friend.

How To Store Leftovers

• Cool before refrigerating. Don’t place the hot soup directly into the fridge as it can affect other foods in your refrigerator. Allow it to cool to room temperature first.
• Transfer the soup to an air-tight container. This will help prevent odors from seeping in and maintain the soup’s freshness. You may even want to divide the soup into smaller portions for meal prep.
• Refrigerate promptly. You want to transfer any leftover soup to the refrigerator within two hours of cooking to avoid food-borne bacteria.
• Freeze for longer shelf life. Use freezer-safe containers and leave some headspace for liquid expansion. Be sure to label them with the type of soup and date of preparation so you can keep track. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
• Reheat carefully. It’s better to reheat soup on the stovetop in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring regularly. Reheating it in the microwave may lead to hot spots and uneven reheating.

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