7 Satisfying Recipes for National Soup Month

In the Northern Hemisphere, January is one of the coldest months of the year, so it should come as no surprise that it is also National Soup Month! When the weather is frigid, nothing warms you up quite like a bowl of hot soup.

Classic Chicken Noodle Soup via Dinner, then Dessert

Chicken noodle soup is a family favorite for a reason! This classic soup can seem oh-so-comforting when you’re feeling a little under the weather or just need a little pick-me-up. We’ve included this recipe on the list because it is super flexible. There are instructions for how to make the recipe in a slow cooker, how to make it in an Instant Pot, how to speed up the process using rotisserie chicken, how to freeze the soup, and so much more.

Instant Pot Ramen via Rasa Malaysia

Instant ramen may be a classic for broke college students and anyone else who loves a cheap meal. However, there’s so much more to ramen than what you experience from those little packets. We’ve included this recipe in the list because it is rich and satisfying without being tons of work.

Creamy Taco Soup via Salt & Lavender

Because chili may not technically qualify as a soup, we didn’t want to clutter this list with chili recipes, which is why we’ve included this recipe instead. It includes some of the same flavors common in chilis in soup form. If you don’t like spicy food, you might consider cutting the chili powder. If you can’t get enough spice, just add a little more!

5-Minute Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup via Karissa’s Vegan Kitchen

Whether you enjoy it on its own or with a tasty sandwich, tomato soup is a classic. We like this recipe because it comes together super quickly and uses ingredients you may already have in your pantry, making it a great choice if you’re snowed in!

Vegan Minestrone Soup via The Simple Veganista

Looking to get a hearty serving of vegetables? We’ve included this minestrone soup recipe because it packs in so many vegetables. Plus, you can substitute different vegetables to change up the recipe and make it your own.

Cauliflower Sweet Potato Curry Soup via Nora Cooks

Curry flavors are so warm and soothing in the dead of winter. We like this recipe because it pairs Indian spices with sweet potato for a delicious combination of sweet and spicy. If you can’t handle a little bit of heat, just reduce the amount of curry powder or make your own curry powder with a recipe like this from Curious Cuisinière and reduce or omit the chili powder.

Best Ever Mushroom Soup via Bites of Wellness

Mushrooms have such an earthy flavor that they seem perfect for a hearty soup! We like this recipe because it is rich and creamy but entirely vegan, so it’s a good fit if you’ve resolved to cut your meat consumption but still crave that deep umami flavor.

What are your favorite soups to enjoy on a cold night? Share your family favorites in the comments section below!