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13 Hearty Soups Everyone Should Have in Their Recipe Box

By: kseniaprints · Updated: Mar 11, 2025 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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A good soup is always worth keeping in your recipe box. These 13 hearty options are filling, full of flavor, and perfect for any season. Whether you need something rich and creamy or light with bold spices, there’s a soup that fits. Keep these recipes on hand for meals that always satisfy.

Two bowls of soup on a table.
Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Creamy Butternut Squash Apple Soup

A bowl of butternut squash soup with a spoon on a colorful blue and white plate.
Creamy Butternut Squash Apple Soup. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Butternut squash and apples are blended into a smooth soup with a balance of sweetness and warmth. Made with butternut squash, apples, onions, and cinnamon, it takes about 50 minutes to prepare. The flavors blend into a rich, velvety texture. A comforting option that works as a light meal or starter.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Butternut Squash Apple Soup

Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart

A blue bowl filled with fish soup containing chunks of fish, carrots, and potatoes, garnished with fresh dill. The soup has a clear broth with visible herbs.
Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

White fish is cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and herbs for a simple, nourishing soup. Made with fish, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, it takes about 30 minutes in the Instant Pot. The broth is light but full of deep, savory flavor. A great way to prepare a quick seafood-based meal.
Get the Recipe: Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart

Belgian Endive Soup

Two bowls of soup on a wooden table.
Belgian Endive Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Endives are cooked until tender and blended into a light, creamy soup with a slightly bitter bite. Made with Belgian endives, onions, butter, and cream, it takes about 45 minutes to prepare. The flavor is mild but complex, with a hint of richness. A unique dish that pairs well with crusty bread.
Get the Recipe: Belgian Endive Soup

Bar Tartine's Sauerkraut Soup

A bowl of soup with a spoon in it.
Bar Tartine's Sauerkraut Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Sauerkraut adds a tangy depth to this rich and hearty soup, balanced by smoky meats and potatoes. Made with sauerkraut, smoked sausage, potatoes, and onions, it takes about an hour to prepare. The broth is slightly sour, with a deep, savory flavor. A satisfying option that is filling and full of tradition.
Get the Recipe: Bar Tartine's Sauerkraut Soup

Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup

A white bowl of soup with a spoon and basil.
Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

White beans are simmered with smoked meats and spices to create a thick and hearty soup. Made with white beans, smoked sausage, garlic, and paprika, it takes about 90 minutes to prepare. The beans become tender while the broth thickens into a rich consistency. A classic Serbian dish that is both simple and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup

Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples

A bowl of soup with apples and sprigs of thyme.
Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Jerusalem artichokes and apples are blended into a silky, dairy-free soup with natural sweetness. Made with Jerusalem artichokes, apples, vegetable broth, and garlic, it takes about 50 minutes to prepare. The texture is creamy without using cream. A light but flavorful option for plant-based meals.
Get the Recipe: Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples

Carrot Ginger Soup

A white square bowl filled with orange soup, perfect for a cozy Christmas dinner, sits on a woven mat. A slice of cornbread rests on the bowl's edge, and a silver spoon lies next to a striped cloth napkin beside the bowl.
Carrot Ginger Soup. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Carrots and ginger are blended into a warm, smooth soup with a slight kick of spice. Made with carrots, ginger, broth, and garlic, it takes about 40 minutes to prepare. The natural sweetness of the carrots balances the heat from the ginger. A simple and comforting dish that’s full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Ginger Soup

Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins

A bowl of soup is sitting on a wooden tray.
Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Cauliflower is cooked with warm Middle Eastern spices and topped with caramelized onions and raisins. Made with cauliflower, cumin, cinnamon, and onions, it takes about an hour to prepare. The spices add warmth, while the raisins give a slight sweetness. A unique soup that brings together rich and contrasting flavors.
Get the Recipe: Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins

Ajiaco Recipe

Bowl of chicken Ajiaco soup.
Ajiaco Recipe. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Chicken, potatoes, and corn are simmered in a rich broth with traditional South American seasonings. Made with chicken, potatoes, corn, and guascas leaves, it takes about two hours to prepare. The broth is thick and flavorful, with different textures from the potatoes and corn. A hearty Colombian soup that is both filling and comforting.
Get the Recipe: Ajiaco Recipe

Potato Leek Soup

Two bowls of soup with dill on a wooden cutting board.
Potato Leek Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Potatoes and leeks are simmered until soft and blended into a creamy, smooth soup. Made with potatoes, leeks, garlic, and broth, it takes about 50 minutes to prepare. The texture is rich without being heavy. A classic dish that is both simple and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Potato Leek Soup

Roasted Eggplant Soup

A white bowl filled with reddish-brown soup, garnished with a swirl of cream and a sprig of fresh cilantro, sits on a table next to a beige cloth napkin and a silver spoon—true comfort food at its finest. Discover more delightful recipes in our soups collection.
Roasted Eggplant Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Roasted eggplant is blended into a velvety soup with garlic and onions for deep, smoky flavor. Made with eggplant, garlic, onions, and vegetable broth, it takes about an hour to prepare. The roasting process enhances the natural richness of the eggplant. A warm and comforting dish with bold, earthy flavors.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Eggplant Soup

Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup

A black bowl with creamy orange soup, garnished with a swirl of cream and a sprig of thyme, sits on a black plate. A silver spoon is placed inside the bowl. Several thyme sprigs are scattered around on a white marble surface.
Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Kabocha squash is slow-cooked until tender and blended into a creamy soup with a smooth texture. Made with kabocha squash, coconut milk, garlic, and ginger, it takes about six hours in the slow cooker. The natural sweetness of the squash is balanced with a touch of spice. A great make-ahead option for busy days.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup

Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula

Two bowls of soup on a table.
Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Carrots are blended into a smooth soup with Moroccan spices and topped with a fresh herb sauce. Made with carrots, cumin, coriander, and chermoula, it takes about 45 minutes to prepare. The soup is slightly sweet with a hint of spice, while the chermoula adds a bright contrast. A flavorful option with bold North African influence.
Get the Recipe: Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula

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