And they’re satisfying enough to be the main course.

Abowl of chicken soup can cure what ails you, but other soups can also provide a reliable pick-me-up.

Soup is, after all, comfort food at its finestit’s warm, rich, and incredibly nourishing.

Different types of soup recipes

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But how many types of soup do you have in your weekly meal rotation?

Most people rely on one or two go-to options.

We recommend doubling up on ingredients and freezing the leftovers for busy weeknights.

Red Lentil Squash Soup Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Gallon-size Ziploc bags work surprisingly well and take up almost no space inside your freezer when lying flat.

Without further ado, here are some of our simplest soup recipes for any time of year.

The recipe combines carrots, butternut squash, harissa paste, and plenty of spices for a layered flavor.

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Fresh ginger gives it an extra zing, too.

This quick soup recipe uses plenty of rich ingredients, so expect a rich, well-seasoned dish.

Vegan Creamy Tomato Soup

This tomato soup recipe is one you’ll want to make year-round.

curried butternut squash soup

Antonis Achilleos

Pureed tomatoes mixed with onions, garlic, and oregano create a silky-smooth texture.

Garnish with fresh oregano, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly ground black pepper.

If you have some extra time, make easy homemade croutons for a crisp, delicious soup topping.

Vegan Creamy Tomato Soup

Greg DuPree

For starters, you’ll need cans of pinto beans, hominy, and a jar of tomatillo salsa.

Top with fresh avocado, cilantro, and some tortilla chips.

Use leftover, store-bought, or rotisserie chicken to help this soup come together even more quickly.

Salsa verde chicken soup

Victor Protasio

If you’re looking for a meatless meal, substitute vegetarian-friendly alternatives like tofu instead of shredded chicken.

Creamy Potato-Cabbage Soup

Enjoy a warm, hearty soup in 35 minutes or less.

This mixture of cabbage, potatoes, and carrots simmers in vegetable broth for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Chicken Paprikash Soup

Antonis Achilleos

Add a dollop of sour cream at the end of the cooking process for some richness.

If you don’t have celery on hand, use carrots instead.

This recipe benefits from cooking sliced bacon first, then sauteing leeks with its fat before adding other ingredients.

Easy chicken recipes - Miso Chicken Noodle Soup

Linda Pugliese

A Bowl of Creamy Cabbage Potato Soup Next to a Spoon and a Piece of Toasted Bread

Greg DuPree

Ginger Meatball Ramen Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Gochujang Gumbo

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Lentils, Kale, and Sausage Soup in a White Bowl on Top of a Wooden Board with a Piece of Baguette Bread Next to the Bowl

Greg DuPree

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Fred Hardy

Creamy Sweet Potato and Leek Soup

Greg Dupree