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50 Best Soups for Cold Weather

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By Tiffany
Modified: Mar 22, 2026 · Published: Oct 8, 2020

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These 50 comforting soups are perfect for chilly fall and winter days. From hearty stews and creamy chowders to rich bisques and classic favorites, there's something here to warm you right up.

You'll find copycat Olive Garden recipes, quick Instant Pot soups, ground beef stews, and plenty of vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free options too.

So pour yourself a mug of hot coffee or cocoa, get cozy, and pick the perfect soup to make for dinner tonight!

A photo collage of 18 images of soups in all different varieties.

Serving Ideas for Soups

  • Breads: Crusty baguettes, garlic bread, sourdough, or soft dinner rolls are perfect for dipping.
  • Salads: Balance hearty soups with lighter sides like an autumn harvest salad (apples, walnuts, cranberries), Caesar salad, or a simple mixed greens with vinaigrette.
  • Sandwiches: Classic grilled cheese, paninis, BLTs, or turkey cranberry sandwiches make a filling combo.
  • Crackers & Toppings: Oyster crackers, breadsticks, croutons, or cheesy toasts add crunch.
  • Seasonal Touches: Serve with pumpkin bread, apple muffins, or sweet cornbread for a true fall vibe.
1
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
soreyfitness.com
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Keto Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is a great way to enjoy healthy soup made with fresh ingredients! It's made in the Instant Pot, is gluten-free, and can easily be made dairy-free as well.
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2
Garlic bread soup with croutons on top in a white bowl
Garlic Bread Soup
Do you love garlic bread? Garlic bread soup is made with bay leaves, thyme, garlic, and thickened with blended cubes of French bread with cream and Parmesan cheese. Includes a homemade crouton recipe too!
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3
Creamy Loaded Potato Soup
Creamy Loaded Potato Soup
Creamy loaded potato soup is filled with sauteed celery and onion, potatoes, a creamy potato base, and topped with bacon, cheese, and chives.
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4
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
therecipewell.com
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup tastes just like stuffed peppers, but it's way easier to make! This recipe uses ground chicken and kidney beans as healthy sources of protein and fiber. Check out the vegan option too!
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5
A close-up of lasagna soup with a spoon holding a noodle
Easy One-Pot Lasagna Soup
This is a recipe for easy one-pot lasagna soup with all the great flavors of lasagna! It's layered with Italian spices and cooked with ground beef and Italian pork sausage, then topped off with ricotta so you don't miss out on the cheesy layers of lasagna.
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6
Vegan Pumpkin Soup
nourishplate.com
Vegan Pumpkin Soup
Creamy and delicious vegan pumpkin soup that will warm you up during cooler fall days. It is gluten-free and takes less than 30 minutes to make.
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7
An overhead view of a round black bowl filled with Instant Pot steak au poivre soup next to a wooden bowl of whole peppercorns and two pieces of french bread torn in half
Instant Pot Steak au Poivre Soup
Instant Pot steak au poivre soup is made with tender cuts of beef, baby potatoes, and fresh herbs then topped with creamy peppercorn sauce and crispy fried onions.
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8
A white bowl filled with Instant Pot ham and bean soup with a crusty piece of bread
Instant Pot Ham and Bean Soup Recipe
This hearty Instant Pot ham and bean soup with ham bone is a comforting soup that combines a flavorful medley of beans and vegetables pressure-cooked to perfection in a rich chicken stock.
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9
Keto Tomato Bacon Cheddar Soup
www.fittoservegroup.com
Keto Tomato Bacon Cheddar Soup
Looking for a rich and hearty keto soup? Well, my keto tomato bacon cheddar soup fits that need perfectly. Combining the flavors of tomato, bacon, and cheddar makes this a very comforting bowl of goodness.
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10
A close-up of Instant Pot beef stew in a round white bowl topped with slices of white bread.
Instant Pot Beef Stew
This is an Instant Pot beef stew recipe with tender pieces of beef, potatoes, carrots, celery, and onion cooked in a savory broth. It's the perfect soup for cold weather!
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11
An overhead view of a round black bowl filled with chicken pot pie soup topped with pie crust crackers in the shape of leaves. There are more pie crust crackers around the bowl. The bowl is sitting on top of a plaid napkin.
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
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12
Two bowls of lobster bisque with slices of bread, black spoons, and a white napkin on a wood background
Lobster Bisque
Lobster bisque with succulent pieces of lobster tail in a creamy yet savory broth blended with pureed carrot, celery, and onion seasoned with thyme, garlic, and bay leaves.
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13
Tortellini Meatball Soup
bunnyswarmoven.net
Tortellini Meatball Soup
Tortellini meatball soup is amazing! You can make the meatballs the day before you make the soup to save time the day you serve it.
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14
Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
wanderlustandwellness.org
Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup
Creamy tomato tortellini soup is made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, cheese tortellini, tomato, and a hint of sweet Italian sausage. It's the best soup to warm up on a cold winter's day!
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15
Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup
Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup
Wisconsin beer cheese soup made with pureed and sauteed arrots, celery, and onion blended with ale, cheddar cheese, sriracha, cream, chicken broth, garlic, and dry mustard.
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16
Black Bean Soup in a round black bowl topped with crushed chips and avocado pieces
greenbowl2soul.com
Black Bean Soup
This black bean soup is a hearty, comforting Mexican soup loaded with flavors. Made with simple ingredients this irresistibly delicious bean and corn soup is vegan and gluten-free. It's filling enough to be enjoyed as a meal too.
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17
Leftover Turkey Soup
www.123homeschool4me.com
Thanksgiving Leftover Soup
You will be excited for the day after Thanksgiving to make this mouth-watering Thanksgiving Leftover Soup!
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18
Leftover chicken noodle soup in a white bowl on a white plate over blue and white strip napkin on a wooden background
Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade chicken noodle soup with cuts of carrots and celery, tender pieces of chicken, egg noodles, and a deliciously seasoned chicken broth.
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19
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
www.spiceupthecurry.com
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This Instant Pot broccoli cheddar soup is the perfect comforting soup for those cold winter days! It's so easy to make and oh-so satisfying!
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20
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore Chili
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore Chili
Instant Pot chicken cacciatore chili has all the great flavors of chicken cacciatore in a chili! It's made with pulled chicken, peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, white wine, and chicken broth, and seasoned with garlic, thyme, oregano, and bay leaves.
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21
Oxtail Soup in a round white bowl; a dark brown soup with shredded oxtail in the center topped with fresh green herbs
www.krumpli.co.uk
Oxtail Soup (An Old School British Recipe)
No short cuts are taken in this most indulgent and rich oxtail soup recipe! It is as beefy as it gets and despite taking a long old time to cook it is delightfully simple and tastes amazing.
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22
Pumpkin Sweet Potato Soup with Pancetta in a round gray bowl with two hands wearing a sweater up to the palms holding the soup bowl over a dark wooden background
thesageapron.com
Pumpkin & Sweet Potato Soup with Pancetta & Sage
This cozy soup is made with sweet potato and pumpkin topped with a buttery sage and pancetta crunch! It's perfect for a chilly day!
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23
A brown round bowl of French onion soup with two slices of bread topped with melted cheese
thefoodolic.com
Bistro French Onion Soup
Try this rich flavor of Bistro French Onion Soup where thyme-infused onions are simmered to perfection in wine and given a final touch of Brandy for a delightful twist. This soul-warming creation is then elevated with a slice of toasted bread and a generous layer of exquisite Gruyere cheese, which is gratinated until golden perfection.
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24
Double-Roux Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo
Double-Roux Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo
Double-roux shrimp and sausage gumbo made with diced green pepper, celery, onion, okra, and tomato in a Creole seasoned chicken broth served over rice.
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25
Italian Wedding Soup in a round white bowl; the bowl has small meatballs, orzo, carrots, and green leaves in a broth next to a blue and white checkered napkin and a silver spoon
www.dinneratthezoo.com
Italian Wedding Soup
Sometimes you just need a big bowl of soup on a cold day, and this Italian wedding soup is one of my all-time favorites. That hearty combination of meatballs, veggies, and pasta just can't be beat.
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26
Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
www.marathonsandmotivation.com
Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
This lemon chicken orzo soup is a delicious twist on classic chicken noodle soup. It is easy to make and perfect for a cold winter's night!
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27
Crockpot Corn Chowder with Chicken
twohealthykitchens.com
Crock Pot Corn Chowder with Chicken and Bacon
Just toss everything in the slow cooker! This Crock Pot Corn Chowder with Chicken is so ridiculously easy! A creamy, satisfying soup with the sweetness of corn and just a hint of smoky bacon. Healthy, simple and absolutely delicious!
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28
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup
twohealthykitchens.com
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup
This delicious, beautifully balanced Sweet Potato Soup is a treasured family heirloom with a long, beloved history. With some creative updates, it's now easier to make and full of great nutrition! Try it as a first course for holiday meals (as we so often serve it), or freeze individual portions for easy meal prep!
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29
Tummy Healing Soup
strengthandsunshine.com
Tummy Healing Soup For One
Soup for the soul! A gluten-free and vegan tummy healing soup for one full of anti-inflammatory and nourishing ingredients. Turmeric, ginger, veggies, spices, and a bit of pasta to bring you all the love your body needs.
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30
Curried Cauliflower Soup
nourishplate.com
Curried Cauliflower Soup
The most delicious curried cauliflower soup made of good-for-your-health vegetables. It's vegan, gluten-free and is ready in less than 30 minutes!
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31
Wonton Soup
www.confettiandbliss.com
Wonton Soup
Wonton soup is a family favorite. Filled with savory flavors and beautiful textures, this is a popular fall comfort food recipe.
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32
Pasta e Fagioli in a round white bowl with a silver spoon next to two slices of white bread and a large soup pot filled with pasta e fagioli and a wooden spoon
www.cucinabyelena.com
Authentic Italian Pasta e Fagioli
This classic soup is a perfect comfort meal that combines small pasta, flavorful beans (fagioli), savory pancetta, and simple veggies in a delicious broth. Not only will it satisfy your taste buds, but it will also provide the ultimate comfort for those chilly days.
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33
Minestrone Soup
www.confettiandbliss.com
Minestrone Soup
Packed with beautiful flavors and textures. It's warm, comforting, and delicious. If you love Olive Garden minestrone soup, your taste buds will enjoy this savory restaurant-inspired recipe.
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34
Quinoa Enchilada Soup
shwetainthekitchen.com
Quinoa Enchilada Soup
Quinoa Enchilada Soup is a healthy, protein-packed one-pot meal that is full of Mexican flavors!! It's a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free recipe that is extremely easy to make and freezer friendly. Serve it with a range of toppings for everyone to customize their own!
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35
Chicken Potato and Dumpling Soup
whereismyspoon.co
Chicken Potato and Dumpling Soup
Hearty and comforting potato dumpling soup with vegetables, this chicken soup will warm you up during the cold months of the year.
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36
Mulligatwany Soup
www.funfoodfrolic.com
Instant Pot Mulligatawny Soup
Instant Pot Mulligatawny Soup is a classic gluten-free, vegan soup. It's made with lentils, rice, vegetables, spices, and coconut milk. All these delicious ingredients make this 10-minute Instant Pot soup a perfect weeknight dinner.
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37
Instant Pot navy bean soup in a round white bowl with a soup spoon holding a close up of navy beans and vegetables
twocloveskitchen.com
Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup
This Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup recipe combines warming broth, rich, salty bacon, hearty navy beans, vegetables, and fresh herbs for an easy, delicious dinner everyone will love. Plus, it's ready in under an hour!
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38
Instant Pot Meatball and Potato Soup
Instant Pot Meatball and Potato Soup
Looking for a soup recipe with ground beef?
Instant Pot meatball and potato soup has meatballs, diced potatoes, celery, and carrots that have been cooked in a savory chicken broth. All done in an hour!
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39
Spicy Udon Soup
sproutsandkrauts.com
Spicy Udon Noodle Soup
This vegan Spicy Udon Noodle Soup comes together in minutes and makes a perfect quick and easy dinner. Coconut broth, chopped tomatoes, and hot chili oil form a spicy, sour, and creamy elixir that is a flavorful backdrop for tofu, vegetables, and chewy udon noodles.
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40
Instant Pot Chicken Wild Rice Soup in a round white bowl over a gray background
gardeninthekitchen.com
Instant Pot Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Wild Rice Soup is a fast and flavorful take on classic chicken soup. The Instant Pot works its magic while you sit back and wait for the comforting mix of chicken, wild rice, vegetables, and herbs to finish cooking.
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41
Pasta e ceci
pinabresciani.com
Pasta e ceci
Pasta e ceci is an Italian chickpea soup with pasta that originated in Rome. It's a perfect one-pot meal where the flavors combine beautifully to make a perfect hearty soup to eat on a cold winter night.
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42
Pumpkin chili topped with shredded orange cheese in a white round bowl with next to a silver spoon and a white and red striped towel
www.chewoutloud.com
Healthy Pumpkin Chili Recipe
This Healthy Pumpkin Chili is an autumn favorite. It's loaded with healthful ingredients and big bold flavors. Your family will thank you for serving comfort in a bowl.
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43
Creamy taco soup in a bowl; an overhead view of a white round bowl with a creamy orange soup topped with chopped avocado, black beans, corn niblets, crunched chips, and sliced green onion
getinspiredeveryday.com
Creamy Taco Soup
Flavorful, easy to make, and budget-friendly, this Creamy Taco Soup is a family favorite.! It's naturally gluten-free and you'll find my dairy-free options below as well. This soup takes just minutes to assemble and is great with all your favorite taco toppings.
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44
Irish Potato Soup in two white bowls over a white surface; a hand holding a silver spoon is being held over the bottom soup bowl
roamingtaste.com
Irish Potato Soup
Enjoy the simplicity of this heartwarming Irish potato soup also known as Colcannon soup in Ireland. This easy soup includes potatoes and cabbage for a perfect vegetarian soup.
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45
Olive Garden’s Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Love Olive Garden's version of this soup but it's too cold to venture out to a restaurant? You'll love this cozy cream chicken gnocchi Olive Garden copycat recipe (possibly even more than the original!)
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46
Authentic Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup Pho Bo
delightfulplate.com
Authentic Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup (Pho Bo)
Vietnamese Beef Pho Noodle Soup is comforting and hearty, perfect for the fall season. Cooking it at home is easier than you may think.
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47
Tuscan Cannellini Bean Soup with Kale in a round bowl with a silver spoon
urbanfarmie.com
Tuscan Cannellini Bean Soup with Kale
This Tuscan soup with beans is a hearty, budget-friendly weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes!
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48
White Corn Chicken Chili in a round red bowl with a silver spoon and two lime wedges on top
quichemygrits.com
White Corn Chicken Chili
The addition of corn in white corn chicken chili wakes up this classic dish! It's made with warm spices and chocked full of southwestern flavor!
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49
Overhead view of creamy Zuppa Toscana in two white round bowls next to a white dish towel
tastesbetterfromscratch.com
Creamy Zuppa Toscana
Savor the rich flavors of Tuscany in this homemade Zuppa Toscana, a delightful blend of sausage, potatoes, kale, bacon, and cream. Inspired by Olive Garden's classic, this easy-to-make soup is not only heartier but also a healthier take on the beloved Italian dish.
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50
Beef Noodle Soup in a round bowl; chopped beef, egg noodles, and diced carrots
tastesbetterfromscratch.com
Beef Noodle Soup
Indulge in the ultimate comfort bowl with this Beef Noodle Soup, brimming with egg noodles, vibrant vegetables, and melt-in-your-mouth beef morsels. Whether stove-cooked, slow-simmered, or Instant Pot-ready, this dish promises warmth and heartiness with minimal prep.
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Hello! I'm Tiffany.

I'm the recipe developer and food photographer behind Simply Happenings. I'm also a wife, mom to two adventurous little boys, registered nurse, and I live in the great Midwest. I like to feature high-protein recipes, one-pot meals, and delicious recipes you can cook with your favorite household appliances.

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