The best soup recipes
From sweetcorn, chicken, dhal to minestrone, these are the soup recipes you need in your life..🍲
When the weather gets chilly, the soups come out in full force and we are not mad about it. Whether you love a chunky minestrone, a smooth pumpkin or a hearty dhal, we've got you covered with our best soup recipes to try now.
Pea, Ham & Watercress Soup
This vibrant green soup tastes delicious, especially when paired with our stilton and walnut soda brea.
Recipe: Pea, Ham & Watercress Soup
Cheat's Chicken Chowder
This speedy soup only needs 10min of prep time and ready in under 30 minutes. That's our kind of midweek meal.
Recipe: Cheat's Chicken Chowder
Roasted Cauliflower & Chestnut Soup
Roasting cauliflower brings out lovely caramelised flavours which goes perfectly with the nutty chestnuts.
Leftover Veggie Soup
The beauty of this recipe is that you can use any leftover roasted vegetable - but you won't want to skimp on the boxing day focaccia served alongside it.
Recipe: Leftover Veggie Soup
Spinach & Broccoli Soup
Nutritious and delicious, this vibrant green soup is topped with a poached egg and crunchy croutons. One of our favourites!
Recipe: Spinach & Broccoli Soup
Tuscan Ribollita
If you love a minestrone, you'll love this Tuscan ribollita filled with plenty of veg and crusty bread that absorbs some of the juice and becomes soft and super delicious.
Recipe: Tuscan Ribollita
Leek & Potato Soup
A classic for a reason, this hearty soup is ready in only 30mins.
Recipe: Leek & Potato Soup
Speedy Chilli Recipe
You can't beat a chilli con carne with it's meaty rich broth and creamy, cooling sour cream.
Recipe: Speedy Chilli Recipe
Dhal Soup
Packed with vibrant vegetables, lentils and spices, this hearty dhal is perfect for chilly evenings.
Recipe: Dhal Soup
Pea & Ham Minestrone
This vibrant soup is perfect for all seasons and makes a delicious dinner. Use leftover ham and any leftover pasta shape for a nourishing bowl.
Recipe: Pea & Ham Minestrone
Cheat's Chicken Noodle Soup
A 10 minute soup recipe? We kid you not. This will be on the table and devoured in the time it takes to cook it.
Recipe: Cheat's Chicken Noodle Soup
Sweetcorn Chowder
Needing only six ingredients, this decadent chowder is a cinch to make.
Recipe: Sweetcorn Chowder
Beetroot Soup with Rye Rolls
Dijon mustard and fresh garlic gives this earthy beetroot soup a wonderful fragrant taste.
Recipe: Beetroot Soup with Rye Rolls
Tofu Satay Noodle Soup
Fragrant and full of delicious ingredients you'll likely already have at home. You can also use pre-cooked noodles to save extra time.
Recipe: Tofu Satay Noodle Soup
Chicken Soup with Dumplings
The ultimate comfort food, you can't beat a chicken soup and this one is a winner with homemade dumplings on top.
Recipe: Chicken Soup with Dumplings
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