13 Recipes That Prove Soup Is the Best Comfort Food

simple soup recipes

There’s nothing more comforting than a big bowl of soup. Seriously, what’s better than cozying up next to the fire with a bowl on a crisp evening?

Lasagna soup, white chicken chili, butternut squash soup, classic chicken and noodles… every bite of these simple soup recipes makes us very thankful for soup season. And, they prove that soup is the best comfort food. The best thing about soup is that it usually makes a lot, so there are always leftovers for lunch. Grab a slice of homemade crusty bread and let’s dig in!

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“This is one of my top three cabbage recipes. It’s healthy and so good.” – Mike
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“This is a meal in itself. It doesn’t need salad.” – Gail
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“After a few tests, I think I finally developed this recipe into something special. Friends and family seem to agree.” – Rhonda
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“Great for those chilly days or to make ahead and take camping. This is also a great meal for the Crock Pot.” – Vicki
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“This has got to be my favorite soup! My grandmother made it for me as a child, and I never lost the taste for it. Store-bought just won’t do.” – Cheryl
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“Cauliflower gets a wonderfully mild, creamy flavor when turned into a soup. This is an easy, healthy, tasty way to incorporate cauliflower into your family’s diet.” – Heidi
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“This Hamburger Vegetable Soup is hearty and an easy meal full of flavor. It is loaded with meat, vegetables, and pasta.” – Debbie
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“A really savory and exciting tasting bean soup which will have them coming back for refills!” – Kay
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“This is a wonderful, rich, and slightly spicy soup! Serve with a salad for the main course.” – Peggy Sue
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“This recipe is based on my Grandma Stevenson’s recipe. I have tweaked it to my own taste. I love to make this when I need comfort food. I make it in the summer and winter. It doesn’t matter what season, it is always good to me. It makes a large pot so be prepared to freeze some for later.” – Teena
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“I just love this bean soup recipe. My mom taught me how to make this years ago, but I have changed it a bit to fit my tastes. You can make this soup with different types of beans if you prefer. This soup can be made on the stovetop if you don’t have a Crock Pot.” – Karla
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“You could use butternut or acorn squash in place of the pumpkin. I love the color, texture, and taste of this soup. The leeks are the key to a more subtle flavor.” – Laurie
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“A tasty Italian sausage and pasta soup with a creamy parmesan and tomato broth!” – Kevin