37 Christmas Soups That Will Keep You Warm All Winter (2024)

Filled with pork shoulder, hominy, and a fair amount of heat, pozole is the cozy comfort food that isn’t shy about its flavor. This is the stew you make when you’re looking to feed (and impress!) a Christmas dinner crowd, or just need a soup that will warm you up in the dead of winter.

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Steak au poivre is a French classic typically made with filet mignon or sirloin steak covered in a creamy, peppery sauce. The sauce is downright drinkable, so we thought—let’s soup-ify it!

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Here we upgrade classic chicken soup with a creamy broth infused with Italian ingredients inspired by Tuscany: pasta, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, kale, and basil. Rich and flavorful, this gorgeous (and festive!) soup serves a crowd, and it’s fit for any occasion.

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Love Philly cheesesteaks? Us too! Though we'd never judge just searching up a bunch of them for Christmas dinner, may we suggest turning them into an extra festive, super hearty soup instead? Your family will FLIP over these bread bowls.

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Shredded chicken and fluffy homemade dumplings (or biscuits, if you like) come together here for the MOST comforting meal ever. Want to make it even easier? Make our instead.

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Forget bread and croutons, we found an even more delicious way to enjoy French onion soup—by adding gnocchi!

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If you want to feel like you’re feasting on the Adriatic coast, then you’ve got to make this zuppa di pesce recipe. A staple dish for any traditional Italian-American feast of the seven fishes, this stewy seafood dish is as beautiful as it is comforting.

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Searching high and low for a potato soup that doesn’t suffer from a bacon-crutch? Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or are looking to explore more plant-based recipes, this easy, creamy soup is the perfect way to showcase the humble potato in all its comforting glory.

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We say the more, the merrier when it comes to classic Italian minestrone soup. Sure, typically that's in reference to lots and lots of vegetables, but we took it a different direction and added a touch of creaminess, plus cheese-filled tortellini.

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Let's be honest—who doesn't love chicken Parm? We've done our fair share of creative takes on the dinner, but when we're looking for an extra-cozy version, we turn to this soup recipe.

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Clam chowder is top-tier, New England cold weather food. Whether it’s the creamy New England style or tomato-based Manhattan version, it's really hard to get enough once you start digging in. Since we have a red and a white version, it was high time we made a green one too!

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Though we can basically never say no to baked feta pasta, when it's cold outside, we prefer cozy classics like tomato soup. If you're craving the same, this mash-up recipe is the answer.

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With a few tricks and tips (bouillon paste, a Parmesan rind, and frozen veggies are key!), it’s easy to take this soup from basic to “chef’s kiss”. Click below for everything you need to know to make the most satisfying veggie soup you’ve ever had.

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If you've been baking and cooking non-stop this Christmas season, you deserve a break. Enter: ribollita, the Italian soup that's made for leftovers, and gets better the longer it sits. The bread and beans break down during cooking (and even more through subsequent reheatings), giving it a unique and comforting texture.

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If you asked us to name our favorite comfort foods, pasta, soup, and meatballs would all be at the top of the list. So it’s no surprise that Italian wedding soup is one of our favorite meals when the weather turns chilly.

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A cross between a classic tomato soup and our favorite white bean soup, this soup is the best of both worlds. It’s rich and creamy with added protein and topped with garlicky croutons. It’s just what a chilly, casual Christmas Eve calls for.

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Feeling nostalgic for cabbage rolls, but want a quick dinner instead? Try a savory bowl of cabbage roll soup that is prepared in just two easy steps. It's the perfect solution when you're craving all the same comforting flavors in half the time.

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It’s not always easy being… er, eating your greens, especially in winter. Not when you've got a bowl of this bright and fresh soup! For this recipe, we took inspiration from one of our favorite creamy, herby salad dressings: green goddess.

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The central Italian region has inspired many of our favorite hearty recipes (hi hello creamy Tuscan chicken). This time, we’re doubling down on the comfort by giving meatballs and gnocchi the Tuscan treatment, in one dish. What makes this even better? It all comes together in the slow cooker.

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Caprese salad is a summer favorite, but tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and sweet, earthy basil also happen to make a great match for a warm and satisfying soup. To get this soup to its full texture potential, we added pillowy soft gnocchi and crispy croutons. Gno’ kidding, this soup is the best.

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