21 Winter Soups That Warm the Whole Evening

Cold nights linger a little longer when the house is warmed by soup on the stove. These 21 recipes lean into slow cookers, pressure cookers, and gentle simmering that keeps dinner steady from the first ladle to the last. I always come back to meals like this when I want the evening to stretch instead of rush. It’s the kind of food that carries warmth past the table.

A close-up of a baked dish in a skillet featuring melted cheese, onions, and herbs. A serving spoon is lifting a portion, highlighting the golden-brown cheese and caramelized onions on top. — French Onion Chicken Skillet. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup

A bowl of creamy orange soup is placed on a black plate, garnished with a swirl of cream and a sprig of herb. A spoon rests inside the bowl. Small sprigs of thyme are scattered on the marble surface nearby. — Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Slow Cooker Kabocha Squash Soup simmers for about 6 hours using kabocha squash, onion, broth, and cream. The slow cooker holds warmth while the day moves on. The flavor is mellow, slightly sweet, and smooth. It’s the kind of soup that waits patiently for dinner.
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One-Pot Olive Garden Copycat Tuscan Sausage Potato Soup

A bowl of creamy soup with sausage, kale, carrots, and potatoes, with a spoon inside, on an orange tiled surface. — One-Pot Olive Garden Copycat Tuscan Sausage Potato Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

One-Pot Olive Garden Copycat Tuscan Sausage Potato Soup is ready in about 40 minutes with sausage, potatoes, spinach, cream, and garlic. Everything cooks together in a single pot. The taste is savory, garlicky, and filling. It keeps the kitchen warm long after serving.
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Italian Tortellini Soup

A bowl of creamy tortellini soup with spinach, lemon wedges, and herbs, served with a spoon. — Italian Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Italian Tortellini Soup cooks in about 35 minutes using cheese tortellini, tomatoes, broth, and herbs. The ingredients are simple and easy to keep on hand. The taste is tomato forward, gentle, and comforting. It fills the room with warmth while it simmers.
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Slow Cooker Carrot Soup

A black bowl filled with creamy orange soup, garnished with herbs, pepper, and a drizzle of oil. A gold spoon rests inside the bowl. A textured brown cloth and a cup are in the background. — Slow Cooker Carrot Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Slow Cooker Carrot Soup simmers for roughly 6 hours using carrots, onion, garlic, and broth. The long cook keeps the house cozy all afternoon. The flavor is lightly sweet, clean, and soothing. It’s a soft bowl to carry into the evening.
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Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Soup

A bowl of creamy mushroom soup garnished with croutons, a drizzle of olive oil, and fresh herbs. A golden spoon lies nearby, and sprigs of thyme are placed on the table beside the bowl. — Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Soup is ready in about 35 minutes using mushrooms, onion, garlic, broth, and cream. Pressure cooking builds depth without waiting all day. The taste is earthy, savory, and smooth. It’s a quiet soup for slow winter nights.
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Slow Cooker Mushroom Broth

Two white bowls filled with a dark broth garnished with sliced green onions. Wooden spoons are placed beside each bowl. Green onion stalks are scattered on a light tiled surface. — Slow Cooker Mushroom Broth. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Slow Cooker Mushroom Broth cooks for about 6 hours with mushrooms, onion, garlic, herbs, and water. It relies on inexpensive ingredients. The flavor is deep, earthy, and clean. It becomes the base for many warm bowls through the week.
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Instant Pot Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

A bowl of creamy pasta with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and shredded cheese on top. — Instant Pot Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Instant Pot Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup cooks in roughly 35 minutes using chicken, broth, cream, garlic, and herbs. The pressure cooker keeps dinner easy. The taste is rich, savory, and mellow. It feels like something meant to slow the night down.
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Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart

A blue bowl contains a soup with chunks of fish, carrots, and potatoes, garnished with fresh dill. The soup appears to have a clear broth base. — Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Fish Soup From the Heart is ready in about 30 minutes with white fish, tomatoes, broth, and herbs. It stays light but still warming. The flavor is clean, savory, and bright. It keeps the evening feeling calm.
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Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup

A bowl of cheesy soup with ground meat, potatoes, and vegetables, served with a pretzel bun. — Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup cooks in about 35 minutes using ground beef, potatoes, cheese, and broth. The pressure cooker keeps everything tender. The taste is rich, savory, and familiar. It warms the house fast on cold nights.
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Creamy Broccoli Stems Soup

A bowl of soup on a wooden cutting board. — Creamy Broccoli Stems Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Creamy Broccoli Stems Soup is a smooth winter bowl ready in roughly 40 minutes using broccoli stems, potatoes, garlic, and milk. It makes use of leftover produce. The flavor is mild, creamy, and comforting. It’s a gentle way to settle in for the night.
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Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples

A bowl of soup with apples and sprigs of thyme. — Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Creamy, Vegan Jerusalem Artichoke Soup With Apples cooks in about 50 minutes with sunchokes, apples, onion, and coconut milk. Everything blends into a soft pot of warmth. The taste is lightly sweet, creamy, and mild. It keeps the kitchen feeling calm.
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Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins

A bowl of soup is sitting on a wooden tray. — Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Middle Eastern Spiced Cauliflower Soup With Caramelized Onions And Raisins is ready in about 45 minutes using cauliflower, onions, raisins, and warm spices. Everything softens together in one pot. The flavor is sweet, savory, and gently spiced. It’s a bowl that carries warmth into the night.
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Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula

Two bowls of soup on a table. — Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Moroccan Carrot Soup With Chermoula cooks in roughly 40 minutes with carrots, garlic, cumin, herbs, and lemon. The ingredient list stays short. The taste is lightly spiced, bright, and smooth. It keeps the evening moving at a slower pace.
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Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup

A white bowl of soup with a spoon and basil. — Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Pasulj Serbian White Bean Soup simmers for about 60 minutes using white beans, onion, paprika, and broth. It relies on pantry staples. The flavor is earthy, savory, and filling. It holds heat well long after the stove is off.
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Roasted Eggplant Soup

Roasted Eggplant Soup is ready in about 55 minutes using eggplant, garlic, onion, and broth. Roasting deepens the flavor before blending. The taste is smoky, mild, and smooth. It’s a soup that lingers through dinner.
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Vegetarian Ukrainian Borscht

Two bowls of beet soup on a wooden table. — Vegetarian Ukrainian Borscht. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Vegetarian Ukrainian Borscht cooks in about 60 minutes with beets, cabbage, potatoes, and tomatoes. The vegetables soften together in one pot. The flavor is tangy, earthy, and warming. It keeps the kitchen glowing all evening.
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Butternut Squash Soup with Apple and Coconut Milk

A bowl of creamy orange soup garnished with herbs, chopped nuts, and drizzled cream sits on a marble surface. A small bowl of nuts and sprigs of fresh herbs are nearby, alongside a gray napkin. — Butternut Squash Soup with Apple and Coconut Milk. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Butternut Squash Soup with Apple and Coconut Milk is ready in about 50 minutes using squash, apples, coconut milk, and broth. Everything blends into a creamy pot. The taste is gently sweet, soft, and soothing. It makes winter nights feel longer in a good way.
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Tomato and White Bean Soup with Harissa

A black pot filled with a tomato-based stew containing white beans, bell peppers, and other vegetables. The pot rests on a dark cloth with a silver spoon nearby. A bowl of couscous sits beside the pot on a white surface. — Tomato and White Bean Soup with Harissa. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Tomato and White Bean Soup with Harissa cooks in about 40 minutes with canned tomatoes, white beans, garlic, and mild chili paste. The ingredients are pantry friendly. The flavor is tomato rich with gentle heat. It keeps the stove busy while the house stays warm.
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Chicken Borscht

A bowl of borscht topped with sour cream and fresh dill, with a spoon in the bowl. — Chicken Borscht. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Chicken Borscht simmers for roughly 70 minutes using chicken, beets, cabbage, potatoes, and tomatoes. Everything cooks together slowly. The taste is tangy, savory, and hearty. It feels like dinner that settles in for the night.
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Thai-Style Red Curry Soup

A bowl of noodle soup with tofu strips, baby bok choy, carrot slices, and fresh herbs, set on a white surface with a spoon nearby and a small bowl of chopped greens in the background. — Thai-Style Red Curry Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Thai-Style Red Curry Soup is ready in about 45 minutes using coconut milk, curry paste, vegetables, and broth. It warms the kitchen with gentle spice. The flavor is creamy, lightly spicy, and bright. It carries heat long after the bowls are empty.
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French Onion Chicken Skillet

French Onion Chicken Skillet is a stovetop soup style dinner ready in roughly 45 minutes using chicken, onions, broth, and melted cheese. It builds flavor slowly in one pan. The flavor is rich, savory, and slightly sweet from the onions. It’s easy to linger over a bowl.
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