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It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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    Creamy Tomato Soup

    One spoonful of this soup will take you back to your childhood sipping warm tomato soup on a cold day. Pair it with a grilled sandwich for a hearty lunch. We suggest grilled cheese! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

    Sopa Ajoblanco

    This white gazpacho was a staple when I was young; I remember slurping it directly from the bowl. It’s made...



    Holy Moly Potato Soup

    4 reviews

    This is a turned-up version of a cheesy potato soup. We eat this often, especially on cold winter evenings, but...


    Chunky Potato Leek Soup

    1 review

    My family and I crave a steaming bowl of potato leek soup on a cold winter evening, but we don't...

    Creamy Spinach Mushroom Soup

    2 reviews

    This spinach mushroom soup is the perfect accompaniment to any buffet. It can even be made ahead, then warmed and...


    Instant Pot Clam Chowder

    7 reviews

    Clam chowder is especially tasty when it's served with a sprinkle of fresh thyme, bacon crumbles and crispy oyster crackers...

    Crab and Asparagus Soup

    15 reviews

    I get rave reviews from family and friends whenever I make this soup, but the biggest compliment was when my...


    Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup

    11 reviews

    This homemade version of the canned standard— has no dairy or preservatives. Try it in your favorite green bean casserole...


    Pumpkin Sausage Soup

    17 reviews

    This dish is well suited to my lower-carb way of eating. It's definitely soul food, and I love that it's...


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    Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup

    11 reviews

    This is a wonderful addition to potlucks, and it comes together so easily! Cauliflower makes a nice, extra creamy backdrop...

    The Best Ever Tomato Soup

    18 reviews

    Creamy, rich and bursting with brightness, this tomato soup recipe is the ultimate sidekick to a grilled cheese sandwich. You...


    Rave Review Chicken Soup

    12 reviews

    Nice and warm on a cold winter's day, this hearty chicken soup gets rave reviews from my family and friends....


    Hungarian Mushroom Soup

    6 reviews

    You'd think you were eating at a fine restaurant when you taste this cream soup. It's so delicious! —Sandy Vaughn,...


    Sherried Sweet Potato Soup

    1 review

    I stir up a pot of my smooth, spiced sweet potato soup when I want something out of the ordinary...


    Reuben Soup

    14 reviews

    When we're lucky (or have been good—I'm not certain which), this soup is served in the staff cafeteria at my...

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    Eyeball Soup

    My family has fun serving this creamy soup to unsuspecting guests and watching their reaction when they stir up an...


    Golden Gouda Mushroom Soup

    9 reviews

    Here’s a fantastic first course for guests. Rich, creamy and cheesy, it will warm you from the inside out and...


    Anti-Vampire Potion (Butternut Squash & Garlic Soup)

    I remember making this velvety soup with my mom. Butternut squash gives it warm color, and garlic wards off any...


    Cream of Butternut Soup

    7 reviews

    Ginger, turmeric, cinnamon and a little sherry do an incredible job of seasoning this slightly sweet butternut soup. After I...


    Potato and Leek Soup

    4 reviews

    Full of veggies and smoky bacon, with just a little tanginess from sour cream, bowls of this comforting soup taste...


    Canadian Cheese Soup

    3 reviews

    My family loves Canadian bacon, but I don't run across a lot of dishes that call for this pork product....


    Cheesy Cream of Asparagus Soup

    6 reviews

    Kids may not want to try a vegetable soup, but once they spoon up a mouthful of this cheesy variety,...


    Slow-Cooker Cordon Bleu Soup

    6 reviews

    I've taken this creamy slow-cooker soup to potlucks and teacher luncheons, and I bring home an empty crock every time....


    Cream of Lentil Soup

    8 reviews

    Lentil lovers will want a second bowl of this nourishing soup with a subtle touch of curry. It looks particularly...

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    Creamy Sweet Potato and Veggie Soup

    3 reviews

    I tasted a delicious soup in a restaurant but couldn't persuade the chef to share the recipe, so I began...


    Curried Parsnip Soup

    7 reviews

    “My mum used to make this recipe at home in England, where parsnips are more widely used than here. It’s...


    Sour Cream Potato Soup

    14 reviews

    This special soup is a true family favorite. I received the recipe from my sister and then passed it on...


    Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup

    18 reviews

    Whether you include the beer or not, this soup tastes wonderful. I always make extra and pop single servings into...


    Hearty Baked Potato Soup

    4 reviews

    I got this recipe from my aunt, a terrific cook. Full of bacon, cheese and chives, the soup tastes just...


    Mexican Shrimp Bisque

    28 reviews

    I enjoy both Cajun and Mexican cuisines, and this rich, elegant soup combines the best of both. I serve it...