39 Super Delicious Fall Soup Recipes Made From Scratch
Saying goodbye to summer may be sad, but saying hello to soup season is downright joyful. There's nothing like cozying up with a steaming bowl of homemade soup on a chilly fall day. We've rounded up our favorite fall soup recipes, from veggie-packed favorites to creamy classics. These healthy fall recipes prove that comfort food can be good for you in more ways than one. Plus, you can serve these soups along with an easy fall salad for a complete meal.
These soup and stew recipes make for an easy fall dinner any night of the week. There are even a few that come together in your slow cooker, air fryer or Instant Pot, making it easy to get dinner on the table even after a busy afternoon of work and school. Many of these recipes also make the most of autumnal produce such as butternut squash and pumpkin. Others rely on pantry staples like canned black beans, lentils and quinoa.
Another reason to love soup? It's easy to freeze, meaning you can make an extra-large batch and freeze some of the leftovers for a future dinner or lunch. It's hard not to love a make-ahead meal! Keep reading to see our favorite fall soup recipes.
Creamy Fish and Clam Chowder
This is coziness in a bowl! Briny clams, tender cod, and fluffy potatoes come together in this hearty chowder everyone will love.
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Smoky Split Pea Soup
Make a big batch of this bacon-infused soup on Sunday, and you've got lunch all week long. Don't forget the focaccia croutons!
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
You'll need rotisserie chicken, jalapeños, chili powder, diced tomatoes and a handful of other pantry ingredients to make this delicious savory soup. We highly recommend topping with diced avocado, cilantro, sliced radish and crumbled cotija.
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Smoky Black Bean and Quinoa Soup
Need a new meal idea for meatless Mondays? Try this hearty, healthy soup made with black beans, quinoa and butternut squash for a meal that will leave everyone feeling satisfied.
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Sancocho
This flavorful stew is the perfect dinner for a chilly day. There are plenty of variations on Sancocho throughout Latin America; this recipe is a Puerto Rican take on the dish. It brings together slow-simmered beef, squash, corn, and plenty of spices.
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Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Almond-Thyme Gremolata
Blend up this hearty veggie soup then store in the fridge for the ultimate make-ahead meal. When you're ready to feast, simply reheat and sprinkle on some gremolata.
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Air Fryer Squash Soup
Add butternut squash, carrots and aromatics to an air fryer and watch dinner happen in minutes. Sprinkle the finished product with a garlicky pepita topping for a craveable crunch.
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Guinness Beef Stew
While this rich soup is a classic St. Patrick's Day recipe, we're here to tell you that, with big flavor from dark beer and heartiness from super tender beef, it's a perfect meal for fall, too.
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French Onion Soup
Onions, slowly cooked until deep brown and caramelized, give this classic its distinctive flavor.
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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Loaded with bright and bold flavors, this soup is every bit as delicious as it is good for you.
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Manhattan Clam Chowder
This warming, classic soup is packed full of sweet, briny clams, bright tomatoes and white wine for a one-pot favorite you’ll be cooking up this fall.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Pozole Verde
Tomatillos, poblano peppers and cilantro bring a ton of green (and flavor!) to this tasty stew.
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Pasta e Fagioli
Craving soup, but hungry for some pasta, too? This classic Italian dish is the best of both worlds, combining al dente noodles, plenty of veggies and creamy white beans for a cozy meal perfect for warming up on those chilly nights.
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Quick White Bean and Sausage Stew
Serve up a cozy one-pot dinner (in 30 minutes!) full of flavor and protein using kielbasa and white beans.
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Tomato Soup with Parmesan Crostini
Crostini is just a fancy way of saying toasted bread. We doused ours in Parmesan cheese for the perfect pairing to classic tomato soup.
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Instant Pot Chicken Soup
Cozy, veggie-packed chicken soup, homemade in 30 minutes? This should be on the menu all season long!
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Five-Spice Beef Stew
Usually a combination of star anise, cinnamon, cloves, fennel seeds and Szechuan peppercorn, Chinese five spice powder adds warming, spicy flavor in a pinch.
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Potato Leek Soup
Turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into a hearty potato soup, flavored with garlic, fennel and leeks.
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White Bean Cassoulet with Pork and Lentils
Let this hearty family-friendly casserole simmer all day long for maximum cozy flavor.
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Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
Swirls of crème fraîche and sprinkles of orange zest on top make this simple soup look impressive.
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Creamy Corn Chowder
Consider this creamy potato, onion and corn soup comfort in a bowl.
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Savory Pumpkin and Sage Soup
With help from an immersion blender, you can easily transform cooked pumpkin, broth and aromatics into a silky-smooth pumpkin soup.
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Chicken Soup with Spinach and Lemon
Two large eggs whisked into this easy soup provide body and richness without any cream.
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Supergreen Mushroom & Orzo Soup
Get a serious dose of green from the broccoli, spinach and pesto in this comforting, one-pot option.
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Spiced Fresh Tomato Soup with Sweet and Herby Pitas
If you're tomato soup and grilled cheese's number one fan, give this spin a try. Full of fresh flavor from coconut, chopped herbs and jalapeño, it's sure to please.
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Hearty Beef and Bean Chili
Get big, bold flavors from this 9-ingredient, one-pot dinner. The secret? Lots of dried spice for warmth and heat to make the ultimate comforting meal.
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Broccoli-Parmesan Chicken Soup
Pureed broccoli, grated Parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice create a flavorful, creamy base for this tasty soup.
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Butternut Squash and White Bean Soup
Rather than stirring rice or noodles into broth, we topped this butternut soup off with a fresh, herby couscous salad.
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Instant Pot Chicken Pho
Your pressure cooker trims hours off of this flavor-packed Vietnamese-inspired soup.
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Chipotle Lentil Chili
With a pressure cooker, this spicy vegetarian chili is ready in no time.
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Instant Pot Beef and Barley Stew
Butternut squash adds sweetness to this crowd-pleasing fall comfort food.
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Vegetable Ramen with Mushrooms and Bok Choy
Hello, Meatless Monday! With a rich ginger broth, meaty shiitakes and soft-boiled eggs, even carnivores will be satisfied with this vegetarian dinner.
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Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Keep a few cans of chickpeas, broth and roasted red peppers on hand, so you can whip up a cozy dinner straight from the pantry in 30 minutes flat. Perfect for chilly fall nights.
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Creamy Chicken-Corn Chowder
Carrots and celery give this creamy chicken chowder a pop of color.
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Chickpea and Kale Soup
For extra flavor, simmer the soup with leftover pecorino rinds. They add cheesy flavor that makes any vegetarian soup richer.
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Smoky Maple Turkey Chili
Everything, especially this sweet and smoky chili, is more delicious when you can eat the bowl.
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Potato-Kale Soup with Crispy Chorizo
We snuck four cups of kale — and a hefty dose of calcium and vitamin A! — into this flavorful potato soup.
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Smoky Vegan Black Bean Soup
Reason #1776 to invest in an Instant Pot (if you haven't already!): This hearty, healthy vegan option. Pressure cookers require practically zero effort to use, so you're free to move around the house while this handy appliance does the heavy lifting.
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Slow-Cooker Tex-Mex Chicken Soup
Set up the slow cooker, so you can come home to a big bowl of this tortilla soup. Make the tortillas from scratch if you're feeling a little extra.
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