11 of the Coziest Soup Recipes to Warm up This Winter

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Often seen as a comfort food that sticks to our bones during those cold winter months, soup has made a lasting impression on our dining tables. In many ways, soup is the one food that can hug you back.

The soup market has skyrocketed in the past five years, but it doesn’t come without controversy. While canned soups are an easy option to satiate our hunger in the dead of winter, many are concerned of the sky-high sodium levels. Not only does high sodium cause bloating and raise blood pressure, but it can also make you feel extremely lethargic. That’s no fun especially during these dark winter months.

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Just in time for the colder weather, we help you get started on adding delicious, homemade soups to your weekly menu. From stews to chowders to the exotic, these recipes full of fiber, nutrition, and flavor are bound to keep you snug this winter. They’re so tasty you’ll need to make enough for leftovers!

Harira/Moroccan Style Veggie Soup {via may i have that recipe}

Take a trip to Morocco without ever leaving your home! Typically made with meat, this authentic, gluten-free one-pot soup is bursting with rich flavors and a hint of heat.

Mac ‘n’ Cheese Soup {via culinary covers}

Let’s be real. Macaroni and cheese isn’t just the ultimate comfort food — it’s considered a staple in many diets. Having it in soup form though? Trust us, it’s even better.

Loaded Veggie Nacho Soup {via minimalist baker}

This mouthwatering recipe is a victory for both vegan and gluten-free diets, but even omnivores will appreciate the DIY baked chili cheese Fritos.

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Caprese Tomato Spinach Soup {via yes more please}

Caprese Salad in the form of soup? We’re sold. Full of aromatic herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, a pinch of thyme, garlic and shallots, the sweetness of the soup is both buttery and soothing, especially with the topping of sautéed spinach and mozzarella.

Blackened Chicken Ramen Noodle {via baker by nature}

Not only does this palatable ramen fill you up and take you back to those long nights in college, but it’s pretty and Instagram-worthy when assembled. Super easy, yet impressive in appearance  and flavor, it is a soup that coat your insides with much appreciation.

Beef Barley Soup {via the food charleton}

This deliciously textured soup really sticks to your bones thanks to a slow simmer on the stove or crock pot, to bring out the rich flavors of a winter tradition. It might take you back to Sunday afternoons at grandma’s or a cozy cabin in wintry Montana.

Thai Curry Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup {via sweet peas and saffron}

The pairing of sweet potatoes and coconut milk in this Thai-inspired soup makes this meal a stand out choice.

Fisherman’s Soup {via cookin’ canuck}

Fishing for anything but compliments, this surprisingly simple healthy soup stands on its own with rich flavors stewing in a spicy tomato broth. It’ll be a real catch at the dinner table!

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Better-Than-Anything Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup {via whole and heavenly oven}

The name of this home-style soup says it all. It’s chock-full of veggies, noodles and chicken — we’re pretty sure your doctor (and soul) would approve.

Smoked Trout Chowder {via food and wine}

No soup menu is complete without the intensely flavorful chowder. Full of flaky fishy goodness, it’s perfect for a quiet evening and pairs strikingly well with a fruity chardonnay.

Quick & Easy Taco Soup {via simple as that}

You probably have the necessary ingredients on hand, so there’s no need to run to the grocery store with this recipe. Quick and easy, it’s perfect to make on a busy day or when in a cooking rut.

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