Easy Soup Recipes - Sunset.com

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Roasted Red Pepper Soup

This soup is always a winner. If you’re really in a rush, you can use jarred roasted red peppers; just drain and rinse them well before adding.

Recipe: Roasted Red Pepper Soup

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Spinach, Leek, and Potato Soup

A thick and creamy soup made without the cream. We served it with a few croutons on top for a bit of crunchy contrast.

Recipe: Spinach, Leek, and Potato Soup

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Broccoli Rabe and Ham in Ginger Broth

The quick to make and oh-so flavorful broth in this soup is a real winner. We made it with broccoli rabe and ham, but you could use ingredients you have on hand, like kale and chicken.

Recipe: Broccoli Rabe and Ham in Ginger Broth

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Herb Ravioli Soup

Skip the habit of serving ravioli swimming in thick sauce and add it to soup instead. Each little pillow becomes a bite of intense deliciousness.

Recipe: Herb Ravioli Soup

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Egg, Lemon, and Rice Soup (Avgolemono Soupa)

A classic Greek soup, avgolemono, is a meal in itself.

Recipe: Egg, Lemon, and rice Soup (Avgolemono Soupa)

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Thai Chicken Coconut Soup

Often called tom kha gai, this coconut milk based soup is a rich and flavorful alternative to traditional chicken soup.

Recipe: Thai Chicken Coconut Soup

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Chinese Pork and Asparagus Soup

Similar to a hot pot, this comforting brothy soup is a perfect item to serve as the cold weather season starts to end.

Recipe: Chinese Pork and Asparagus Soup

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Shiitake Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Noodle soups are fantastic one-bowl meals.

Recipe: Shiitake Mushroom and Tofu Soup

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Celery Soup with Apples and Blue Cheese

It sounds a bit wacky, but celery, an item you probably have on hand, makes a delicious soup. Topped with sautéed apples and creamy blue cheese, what’s not to love?

Recipe: Celery Soup with Apples and Blue Cheese

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Black Bean Soup with Avocado, Orange, and Cucumber

The flavorful bean soup gets a fresh touch with a little salad for garnish.

Recipe: Black Bean Soup with Avocado, Orange, and Cucumber

Photo by Leo Gong; written by Amy Machnak

Chestnut Soup

Chestnuts make a lovely, indulgent soup that will impress any guest.

Recipe: Chestnut Soup

Fast & Fresh soups

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Spinach, Leek, and Potato Soup

Broccoli Rabe and Ham in Ginger Broth

Herb Ravioli Soup

Egg, Lemon, and Rice Soup (Avgolemono Soupa)

Thai Chicken Coconut Soup

Chinese Pork and Asparagus Soup

Shiitake Mushroom and Tofu Soup

Celery Soup with Apples and Blue Cheese

Black Bean Soup with Avocado, Orange, and Cucumber

Chestnut Soup