Soup season is my favorite season! And guess what? That season is all year round. We are just totally breaking the rules of seasonal eating. I am all about that bowl life!
Whether it’s something rich and brothy or thick and creamy, there’s a soup here that gives you the best of both worlds. This is what’s for dinner, again and again.
1. Tortellini Soup
Need a dinner that’s just unbelievably satisfying and rich, and also happens to be ready in 30 minutes? You have to try this tortellini soup.
It’s loaded up with sausage, kale, cream, and pasta, making it a total all-in-one meal. Plus, how can you not love those little belly button-shaped noodles? They just make the whole thing a party in a bowl.
2. Egg Drop Soup
You can totally skip the takeout order for this one. This homemade version is a thick and savory chicken soup that’s just full of those amazing egg ribbons.
It’s seasoned up with ginger, garlic powder, and sesame oil, and the smell is just incredible. If you haven’t made this at home, you are seriously not living your best life.
3. Tomato Soup
This is one of the most refreshing soups on the list, hands down. And the best part? It’s SO EASY. You only need three basic ingredients to pull it off!
It’s wild that just tomatoes, onion, and butter can come together to make something so thick and flavorful. I love serving this with a grilled cheese sandwich. It’s such a classic, simple meal that just always hits right.
4. Miso Soup
Miso soup is such a fantastic light side dish. It just takes any Japanese meal and makes it feel… complete. That savory broth with the tofu and seaweed? It’s enough to blow you away.
I always make this when I’m feeling a little under the weather. I’m not a doctor or anything, but I swear one big bowl of this just makes everything feel a little bit better.
5. Cheeseburger Soup
Just reading the name of this one is enough to make you hungry, right? A cheeseburger in soup form! I mean, WHO DO YOU THINK I AM? This is just next-level.
It’s packed with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, sour cream, cheese, and so much more. This is the very definition of comfort food.
6. Japanese Noodle Soup (Ramen)
Why go to your favorite Japanese spot when you can make a stunning bowl of ramen right at home? This recipe is the real deal.
You get those perfect al dente noodles, tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, briny seaweed, and a soft-boiled egg, all swimming in a broth that is seasoned to perfection.
I’m telling you, this is so, so good and could totally go head-to-head with a restaurant.
7. Wonton Soup
I know making your own wontons might seem like a bit of a job, but trust me, it’s really not that hard! And the flavor you get is just so much better than the frozen store-bought ones.
And that soup base? GAH. It’s a chicken broth flavored with garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and Shaoxing wine. Does it get any better than that?
8. Lentil Soup
This is my go-to when I need a healthy side for a big dinner. This recipe gives you a soup that is so hearty and creamy, but you don’t even need any heavy cream.
There’s a little cheat code: you puree some of the lentils, and that’s what gives the soup its amazing velvety texture. It’s also super easy to make and a really quick way to get some balance if you’re eating a heavier meal.
9. Cream of Mushroom Soup
I’m convinced that mushrooms were put on this earth for the sole purpose of being turned into this soup. Is there anything better than a warm bowl of cream of mushroom?
It’s just so rich, creamy, savory, and earthy. It’s pure bliss in a bowl. It’s also ridiculously easy. You pretty much just throw all the ingredients in, give it a stir, and you are good to go.
10. Ham and Potato Soup
How do you take a classic potato soup and just kick it up a notch? You load it with chunks of ham! Oh, and you add lots of cheese, too. That’s what we’re doing here.
We’ve got potatoes, ham, and cheese all swimming together in a super thick broth. I mean, what can I say? This soup is a total mood-booster. I’m pretty sure there isn’t a problem this soup can’t solve.
