RecipesBasque Vegetable Soup This is a hearty soup widely served here, especially at the many restaurants specializing in Basque cuisine. It’s a nice way to use the abundant vegetables that are available this time of year. Give it a try this harvest season.
RecipesCream of Cauliflower Soup This mildly cheesy cauliflower soup is a favorite of mine. I make it often in summer, although it’s good anytime. —Karen Brown, West Lafayette, Ohio
RecipesShrimp Soup with Sherry This rich soup makes a great first course when small servings are just right. It’s an elegant addition to any holiday menu. —Marilyn Graner, Metairie, Louisiana
Meal TypesGrandma’s Best Soups Grandma knew nothing nourishes the soul like a hearty, chunky bowl of soup! Now you can indulge in all her best soups, from home-style classics to her signature dish.
RecipesCreamy Cauliflower Soup Creamy soups can be soul-warming and so very satisfying. I received this recipe from a friend, and over the years I have served it many times and for many occasions. It makes a lot, so you’ll have dinners all week. Or ladle it into a thermos for on-the-go dinners or lunches. — Doris Watt Davis, Hellertown, Pennsylvania
RecipesSausage Sauerkraut Soup I’ve taken this satisfying soup to church gatherings and family reunions, and it always receives wonderful compliments. Everyone loves it! —Elizabeth Goetzinger, Lewiston, Idaho
RecipesCouscous Meatball Soup This soup will warm you up and takes just 25 minutes of prep time, making it a perfect weeknight meal. —Jonathan Pace, San Francisco, California
RecipesParmesan Artichoke Soup This unique cream soup has a splendid flavor combination of artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. —Malee Jergensen, Murray, Utah
RecipesHearty Italian Soup Macaroni and Italian sausage makes this tomato-veggie soup thick and hearty. “It offers a nice change of pace from my chili recipe,” notes Robin Sabrowsky of Plymouth, Wisconsin.
RecipesCream of Lentil Soup Lentil lovers will want a second bowl of this nourishing soup with a subtle touch of curry. It looks particularly appealing thanks to the color added by the fresh spinach. —Kim Russell, North Wales, Pennsylvania
RecipesMexican Leek Soup This soup is so satisfying. You can substitute other beans, use kale instead of spinach or add leftover corn. For brunch, I add a fried egg on top. For dinner, my husband adds lots of hot sauce! —Donna Ahnert, Scotia, New York
RecipesRaspberry-Cranberry Soup Served hot, this beautiful tangy soup helps beat the winter “blahs”. On a sunny summer day, it’s refreshing cold. I have fun serving it because people are so intrigued with the idea of a fruit soup. Even doubters scrape their bowls clean. -Susan Stull, Chillicothe, Missouri
RecipesSteak and Mushroom Soup Gloria transforms the sauce and one of the remaining steaks into this spectacular soup, which she serves with a tossed salad and fresh-baked rolls. Topped with Swiss cheese and croutons, the nicely seasoned soup can’t be beat.
RecipesCream of Vegetable Soup The good news about Vicki Kamstra’s slimmed-down soup is traveling fast. “I belong to an RV club and have passed on this recipe to 30 other women,” she says from Spokane, Washington.
RecipesRamen Broccoli Soup Cheese and garlic powder are the secret to this tasty and heartwarming soup. Loaded with noodles, it hits the spot on cool winter days. Luella Dirks – Emelle, Alabama
RecipesKielbasa Potato Soup “This is a delicious and hearty soup,” assures Beverlee DeBerry of Hempstead, Texas. “Combined with a nice loaf of French bread, it’s a complete and satisfying meal. It’s become a family favorite at our house.”