Our Best Soups & Stews
Nothing beats the winter chill like a steaming bowl of soup. These fuss-free soup recipes are filled with good-for-you veggies, fresh fish, hearty beef, and more.
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Wondering what to do with the season's fresh butternut squash? Peel and dice it, then add it to this pureed squash-and-carrot soup. If you like, add toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) as a crunchy finish.
Combine six ingredients and just one dish to make this creamy, lighter-than-it-looks chicken soup.
Chunks of beef stew meat and colorful vegetables ensure a hearty dinner is served. Make this soup in a Dutch oven or let it cook in a slow cooker for 8 to 10 hours on a low-heat setting.
Baby carrots, onions, beans, and baby spinach add heartiness to a soup that takes just 20 minutes to make.
The best bean soup comes from dried beans (not canned). Kick the sodium and up the flavor with this cooking technique.
The crisp bite of tortillas atop spicy chicken soup has always been a favorite. Mexican-dish lovers will appreciate the oregano and chili powder spices.
A Thai-inspired topping of fresh basil, peanuts, and lime peel adds crunch to this creamy soup.
Gorgeous red tomatoes are the star in this bisque imitation. Garlic, onion, basil, and optional cognac add depth.
This light and satisfying soup offers hearty winter vegetables, such as mushrooms, carrots, celery, and napa cabbage.
This pretty soup is quick and easy to make -- it requires only 6 ingredients and is ready and on the table in 30 minutes.
Top this velvety soup with sautéed asparagus and crisp, honey-drizzled bacon for a warming weeknight supper.
Using canned pumpkin makes this soup quick to prepare. Pumpkin pie spice and a hint of curry give the dish bright seasonal flavor.
The ideal oyster stew has a slightly thick broth and complex flavors from plump, tender oysters and simple seasonings.
The soup's bright pink color comes from simmering winter beets in chicken broth. Add extra flavor with sherry and apple. Top with zesty horseradish cream.
Bacon, chicken, potatoes, peppers, and onion combine in this creamy chowder.
Tender beef and vegetables top garlic mashed potatoes to create a comforting supper that's ideal for a chilly night.
This chunky soup makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It combines pantry-ready tomatoes -- canned, dried, and paste -- with onions, celery, and parsley. Serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich.
Frozen corn is pureed with chicken broth and sauteed onions and leeks to create a silky soup without any cream. Red sweet pepper and extra corn add a crunchy bite to the smooth chowder.
This hearty stew, featuring pork tenderloin, yellow carrots, spinach, and white beans, makes a warming dinner for a chilly winter night.
For a quick, flavorful dinner, simmer andouille sausage in a broth flavored with pumpkin, maple syrup, and apple cider.
Nutmeg, sage, and apple-cranberry juice flavor this hearty, good-for-you stew. Serve it on a chilly night or when unexpected guests drop in.
This regional dish's sweet-but-spicy flavor comes from a mix of local chile peppers, butternut squash, and a touch of honey.
Cheese, ground beef, and onion satisfy that craving for a classic burger and a hearty soup. We even included the pickle, ketchup, and mustard, and a side of roasted potato wedges.
Gruyere adds richness and earthiness to this creamy potato soup. Fresh herbs and a slice of Swiss cheese make a tasty garnish.
Inspired by the traditional Mexican soup posole, this zesty stew is easy enough to make during the week. Refrigerated shredded barbecue pork cuts down on prep time.
Fiery red roasted tomatoes and peppers bring smoky sweetness and a bit of heat to a Manhattan-style chowder base. Bake salmon fillets separately and add to the soup at serving time so that they're cooked just right.
Golden butternut squash, roasted with onions and curry powder, transports your taste buds to the wild side of chili. Chickpeas, dried apricots, and nutmeg-spiced walnuts add crunch. Just before serving, stir in chunks of tender rotisserie chicken.
Fresh emerald spinach brings the brilliance of a spring day to this light and healthful soup. Its Italian accent comes from herbs, garlic, and shallots, plus a sprinkling of shaved Parmesan cheese at serving.
Mixing earthy green split peas, green peas, and fresh flat-leaf parsley puts a vibrant spin on a comforting favorite. Simmer with smoked pork hocks if you're a traditionalist.
In just half an hour this soup can be ready to warm you up. Make an extra batch of the spiced croutons for snacking.
Chipotle peppers give this creamy soup a bit of heat, while smoked Gouda cheese adds earthy richness. Butternut squash and apples provide a buttery texture.
Chase the fall chill away with this down-home favorite -- beef and vegetables served over simple-to-make mashed potatoes.
Looking for a unique Super Bowl dish? Try this delicious soup -- it's rich and creamy, with all the crowd-pleasing flavors of spicy buffalo chicken wings.
Gouda cheese gives this delicious soup smoky flavor. Broccoli and winter greens (such as curly endive, chicory, escarole, or spinach) keep it healthy.
Turned into a thick chicken soup with olives and mushrooms, this favorite is a bit more modern than Grandma's dumpling recipe. Savory stovetop biscuits keep it classic.
You won't feel a bit of guilt when eating this yummy soup. A vitamin-rich blend of kale, spinach, leeks, and zucchini is endlessly satisfying -- and only 90 calories per serving.
Curry powder, ginger, and fresh cilantro make this creamy squash soup delicious and flavorful.
Curry paste, coconut milk, and lemongrass give this classic chowder a Thai twist.
