Soup Weather is Here: 10 Must-Try Recipes

When the leaves start to turn, so do our cravings—and nothing hits the spot quite like a big bowl of soup. It’s hearty, it’s soothing, and it makes any weeknight feel a little more special.

So grab your biggest spoon (and that crusty loaf of bread), because these ten soups are ready to carry you straight through soup season.

1. Creamy Roasted Tomato Basil

The classic, but with extra flair. Roasting the tomatoes first gives them a sweet, almost caramelized depth that canned soup can only dream of. Add a splash of cream and, boom, you’ve got yourself grilled-cheese’s favorite partner.

2. Butternut Squash & Sage

Fall in a bowl. The squash gets velvety, the sage brings cozy herbal vibes, and a drizzle of browned butter on top will have you wondering why you ever bothered with pumpkin spice.

3. Chicken & Wild Rice

Equal parts hearty and wholesome. This one’s like the soup version of a weighted blanket—filling, soothing, and perfect for those “ugh, it’s only Tuesday?” nights.

4. Spicy Thai Coconut Curry Soup

For when you need a little fire to match your favorite oversized sweater. Creamy coconut milk balances the heat, and the aromatics will make your kitchen smell like you hired a personal chef.

5. French Onion (with Extra Cheese, Obviously)

It’s all about the drama: golden onions simmered to sweet perfection, broth so rich it could have its own trust fund, and bread drowned in gooey, bubbling cheese. A showstopper every time.

6. Italian Wedding Soup

Not just for weddings, thank goodness. Tiny meatballs + tender greens + Parmesan = comfort food that somehow still feels light enough for a weekday lunch.

7. Loaded Potato Soup

Creamy, cheesy, and topped with bacon crumbles—this one’s practically a meal disguised as soup. Bonus points if you load it with chives and sour cream like a baked potato in a bowl.

8. Minestrone with Parmesan

A veggie-packed classic that manages to be hearty without feeling heavy. It’s the “clean out the fridge” soup that somehow always tastes like Nonna made it.

9. Chili (Yes, It Counts)

The great soup-or-not-soup debate rages on, but let’s be real: if it’s steaming hot, spoonable, and loaded with beans, meat, or veggies, it’s living in soup’s neighborhood. Plus, chili season = tailgate season.

10. Cream of Mushroom

Earthy, creamy, and quietly luxurious. Serve it with crusty bread and suddenly you’ve gone from “soup night” to “French bistro chic” without leaving your kitchen.

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Soup is the easiest way to feel fancy with minimal effort, and it’s endlessly customizable. Feeling healthy? Toss in more greens. Feeling indulgent? Hello, extra cheese.

Soup season is here—and you might as well lean in, spoon first.