Soup season is officially here, and we’re celebrating the coziest time of year with 13 comforting favorites our editors can’t stop making. These are the soups we turn to on chilly nights—recipes that deliver standout flavor, heartwarming nostalgia, and that just one more spoonful magic. From classic pasta e fagioli to flu-fighting penicillin soup, every bowl brings the kind of comfort we crave most. Trust us—these are the first recipes we reach for when the temperatures drop.
01 of 13
Italian Penicillin Soup
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“Wow! This soup was amazing!” says reviewer UpbeatDuck6276. “So easy to prepare and oh so good!! I followed the directions and wouldn’t change a thing!!”
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02 of 13
Bacalao a la Vizcaina (Basque-Style Codfish Stew)
LatinaCook
“Bacalao (salted, dried codfish) stars in this Spanish-style fish stew from the Basque region of Spain,” says Allrecipes member Milly Suazo-Martinez. “This traditional dish is popular in all Spanish-speaking countries; in fact, each country’s version is slightly different. In Mexico, it’s usually made for Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and Lent. In Puerto Rico, it’s enjoyed during Lent but also year-round. This is one of the Puerto Rican versions.”
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03 of 13
Vegetarian Pozole Verde (Hominy Soup)
“Terrific soup! Very nice on a cold, rainy evening,” says reviewer Lpierson. “I have substituted kale and butter lettuce or romaine for the arugula and Bibb lettuce when I don’t have the others in stock. I’ve varied the pepper ratios too to change it up. The tomatillo sauce is very thick to start with but thins as you cook it. Great flavors!”
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04 of 13
Lentil Soup
DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
“This comforting lentil soup is chock full of hearty veggies,” says Allrecipes member Maryellen. “You can use dried green, brown, or red lentils to make this soup. I like to add a splash of red wine vinegar to bring all the flavors together but you can add fresh lemon juice if you prefer.”
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05 of 13
Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
Jen Causey / Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer / Prop Styling: Hannah Greenwood
“This homemade chicken and rice soup is my husband’s and my favorite chicken soup,” says Allrecipes member Carrie Murphy. “It’s filling and incredibly comforting on a chilly day. You can use brown or white rice.”
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06 of 13
Mom’s Butter Bean Soup
“My mom’s butter bean soup is pure comfort food to me. She made it weekly in a slow cooker, and this is my sped-up stovetop version,” says Allrecipes Allstar Nicole Russell. “Add chopped cooked ham to make a hearty main dish if desired, or use vegetable broth to make it vegetarian. For a thicker soup, smash some of the beans using a large spoon.”
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07 of 13
Escarole Soup
“I want to give this more stars! What an amazing soup,” says reviewer nineand3. “I like spicy foods, so I use spicy Italian sausage for the meatballs. I also add some garlic and Italian seasoning to the meatballs. Absolutely delicious!!! I make it again, and again, and again!”
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08 of 13
Easy Pasta Fagioli
“This hearty pasta fagioli recipe with cannellini beans and ditalini pasta is a classic and deliciously comforting Italian soup,” says Allrecipes member Cindy. “Serve with a grating of Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.”
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09 of 13
Cheeseburger Soup
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“My family absolutely loved this soup,” says reviewer D.J. “I too, used sharp cheddar and colby jack. It had lots of flavor, the texture was nice and creamy. My husband says that I need to make this again and again. No complaints on this soup.”
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10 of 13
Real Lasagna Soup
“This incredible lasagna soup tastes exactly like a really good lasagna but is a very rich, very meaty tomato soup with tender noodles and ricotta cheese,” says Chef John. “The little bit of extra work you’ll do—precooking the noodles, then toasting them with butter in the oven—is absolutely worth the time and effort and makes this soup taste phenomenal!”
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11 of 13
Alabama Chicken Stew
Allrecipes/Diana Chistruga
“This chicken stew is hearty, comforting and perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week,” says reviewer Diana Chistruga. “Simple, delicious, and so satisfying!”
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12 of 13
Hungarian Mushroom Soup
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This creamy Hungarian mushroom soup has lots of flavor and is easy to make,” says Allrecipes member stormycook. “It’s primarily a mushroom soup but derives a lot of its flavor from other ingredients. My family loves soup and this is one of their favorites.”
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13 of 13
Jamie’s Minestrone Soup
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“I made this homemade minestrone soup after becoming tired of the excess salt and lack of veggies in canned ones,” says Allrecipes member Jamie. “I based this recipe off of the delicious, vegetable-rich minestrone served at Sheepherder’s Inn in Sacramento, California.”
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