60 Soup Recipes

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When it’s freezing outside or even the middle of Summer, there’s nothing better than a bowl of homemade soup for me! It’s warm, it’s comforting, and, it just makes everything feel a little better. So, I thought I’d share 60 of my favorite healthy soup recipes with you—these are the ones I actually make when I want something that feels good and tastes even better.

Tips for Making Soups

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.

Soup Basics

• Start with sauteeing: Mirepoix is a blend of veggies that includes onions, celery, and carrots and it’s an essential building block of many soups. Sauté them before adding other ingredients to release all the flavors! Have some frozen garlic on hand as well to give instant flavor.
• Broth: A good soup always uses some kind of broth and while storebought is totally acceptable, homemade is much superior. Have vegetable broth and chicken stock on hand to make your easy soup recipes a breeze!
• Instant protein: I like to have shredded chicken on hand for those days when I need extra protein in my soups. It instantly transforms a meatless meal into delicious chicken soup recipe.
• Keep ingredients bite sized. You want your veggies and proteins to fit on the spoon for nice and convenient bites; plus, it helps the ingredients to cook more evenly and efficiently. Learn how to cut an onion, carrots, bell pepper, and mushrooms.
• Embrace the garnish. A dusting of fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or cilantro gives refreshing flavor and color. And a squeeze of fresh lemon or lemon zest, if you’re adventurous, offers a citrusy flavor that pairs well with many soups.

60 of My Best Soup Recipes

This collection of soups has a little bit of everything. Want something creamy and smooth to cozy up with? Got it. Or maybe you’re in the mood for a hearty, chunky soup loaded with chicken, beef, or veggies? Yep, that’s here too. And if you’re thinking, “But it’s not even soup season!” don’t worry—I’ve got lighter, summery options that are perfect no matter the time of year.

Healthy Soup Recipes with Beef

I love how beef adds a nice hearty flavor to soup and goes really well with grains.

Creamy Soup Recipes

These soups hit the spot when you want something a little more rich and creamy. They’re still healthy soup recipes but bring that comforting, cozy feel.

Hearty Chili Recipes

Chilis are some of my favorite easy soup recipes. They’re simple to make, versatile, and loaded with flavor, especially when topped with additions.

How To Store Soup 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

For more similar roundup of recipes, be sure to check out: Best Cozy Winter Recipes, Most Popular Viral Recipes, Recipes with 5 Ingredients or Less, and Best Pasta Recipes.

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