17 Rich Soup Recipes That'll Convert Soup Doubters Into Soup Lovers

There's something here for every kind of cold.

I freaking love soup. On a chilly autumn night, it feels like a culinary indulgence served up in the coziest form possible.

I mean, it's literally impossible to eat a bowl of soup without sitting down and taking a moment to breathe. That's why we rounded up 17 of the best soup recipes you can make to usher in the colder weather. From chicken pot pie soup to Taiwanese beef noodle soup, there's something here for everyone.

1. Autumn Wild Rice Soup

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Baby mushrooms, sweet potato, and a creamy stock combine to create the perfect one-pot incarnation of an autumn meal.

Get the recipe: Autumn Wild Rice Soup

2. Butternut Squash Soup

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Butternut squash is one of those vegetables that completely changes in flavor once pureéd. Sure, cutting up squash can be a tiring step, but the creamy result will prove worth the trouble.

Get the recipe: Butternut Squash Soup

3. Creamy Cauliflower Soup

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It's the year of cauliflower (and maybe it has been for a few years) and this silky soup proves there's a spot for the trendy, pale vegetable even during the colder months.

Get the recipe: Creamy Cauliflower Soup

4. Creamy Tomato Soup

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I know it's unfair to pair a soup with grilled cheese croutons and not sing its praises, but seriously: This classic dish is cozy, life-giving, and pairs perfectly with any crusty bread.

Get the recipe: Creamy Tomato Soup

5. Spiced Lentil Soup

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A recipe that derives its depth of flavor from a clever mix of garlic, cumin, curry powder, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Try it out tonight!

Get the recipe: Spiced Lentil Soup

6. Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Just like tacos, chicken tortilla soup is the perfect universally loved choice for any occasion.

Get the recipe: Chicken Tortilla Soup

7. Lasagna Soup

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Who said lasagna noodles had to be used exclusively in, well, lasagnas? Here, they're cut into bite-sized pieces before being cooked in a hearty, cheesy meal.

Get the recipe: Lasagna Soup

8. French Onion Soup

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Any dish that mandates a thick layer of cheese is a winner in my book.

Get the recipe: French Onion Soup

9. Pasta e Fagioli Soup

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It's the soup that'll make you nostalgic for cozy weekends spent in mountaintop cabins, even if you've never actually stepped foot in a cabin once in your life.

Get the recipe: Pasta e Fagioli Soup

10. Creamy Tuscan Ravioli Soup

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Who would've thunk Italian sausage and ravioli go together like meatballs and spaghetti?

Get the recipe: Tuscan Ravioli Soup

11. Soothing Chicken Soup

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No list of soups is complete without a chicken noodle soup recipe. This one adds the perfect ratio of thyme, parsley, and bay leaf for a fragrant concoction.

Get the recipe: Soothing Chicken Soup

12. Crock Pot Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

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This classic Taiwanese recipe is simple, filling, and the perfect rich indulgence on a cozy night in. And by the way, this recipe includes alternate instructions for how to prepare this if you don't own a pressure cooker.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

13. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

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There are endless variations on rice and chicken, and this perfect, umami-rich dish is delicious proof.

Get the recipe: Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

14. French Potato and Leek Soup

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Hey, it's a classic for a reason.

Get the recipe: French Potato and Leek Soup

15. Chicken Pot Pie Soup

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Whoever said you can't soupify every dish (someone must have said it!) has never tried chicken pot pie soup.

Get the recipe: Chicken Pot Pie Soup

16. Creamy Thai Carrot Sweet Potato Soup

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The secret ingredient here is raw almond butter, which makes this soup's texture as addictive as it is soothing.

Get the recipe: Creamy Thai Carrot Sweet Potato Soup

17. One-Pot Beef Stroganoff Soup

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Did you know beef stroganoff is one of the most Googled dinner recipes of recent years? Take a crack at the crowd favorite yourself.

Get the recipe: Beef Stroganoff Soup