As the weather gets colder, we all crave a hearty meal. So what could be more comforting than our selection of super soups that will warm you up from the outside in? We have something for everyone; there's the traditional pea and ham and French onion (but with a twist) as well as minestrone, and chunky beef and vegetable that are more like a meal than a soup. Best of all, these reheat like a dream.
Warming winter soup recipes
Everything from retro classics such as chicken and corn soup, to hearty vegetable dishes and Asian-style favourites.
![**[Carrot and lentil soup with coriander pesto](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/carrot-and-lentil-soup-with-coriander-pesto-2708|target="_blank")**
Packed full of nutrients, this hearty and comforting vegan soup from The Australian Women's Weekly's [*Everyday Vegetarian* cookbook](https://www.bauerbooks.com.au/Products/58465/the-australian-womens-weekly-everyday-vegetarian|target="_blank") is the ultimate winter warmer.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2017/11/20/34482/Carrot-and-lentil-soup-with-coriander-pesto.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Carrot and lentil soup with coriander pesto
Packed full of nutrients, this hearty and comforting vegan soup from The Australian Women's Weekly's Everyday Vegetarian cookbook is the ultimate winter warmer.
![**[Brown rice congee with fried garlic](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/brown-rice-congee-with-fried-garlic-29398|target="_blank")**
This traditional Asian dish is a savoury porridge made with [rice](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/how-to/how-to-cook-white-rice-1319), often served with meat and enjoyed any time of the day - even for breakfast! It's a great option for a wholesome, nourishing meal.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/10/13/30805/brown-rice-congee-with-fried-garlic.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Brown rice congee with fried garlic
This traditional Asian dish is a savoury porridge made with rice, often served with meat and enjoyed any time of the day - even for breakfast! It's a great option for a wholesome, nourishing meal.
![**[chilli con carne soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/chilli-con-carne-soup-recipe-30927|target="_blank")**
Just the thing to warm you up from the inside. Make it as spicy as you like.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2019/01/24/30927/HL1114C05.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Just the thing to warm you up from the inside. Make it as spicy as you like.
![**[Cuban black bean soup in the slow cooker](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/cuban-black-bean-soup-8886|target="_blank")**
Enjoy delicious south-of-the-border flavours in this simple, but delicious, ham and vegetable soup that does not hold back on the spice!](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2019/05/15/8886/black-bean-soup.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Cuban black bean soup in the slow cooker
Enjoy delicious south-of-the-border flavours in this simple, but delicious, ham and vegetable soup that does not hold back on the spice!
![**[Tom yum soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/tom-yum-soup-8407|target="_blank")**
This is our vegetarian take on Thailand's popular hot and spicy prawn soup.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2020/02/19/8407/tom-yum-soup1.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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This is our vegetarian take on Thailand's popular hot and spicy prawn soup.
![**[Hearty minestrone](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/traditional-minestrone-27105|target="_blank")**
You'll want to get cosy on the couch with a warm bowl of this.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2014/11/28/AustralianWomensWeeklyBR113162/minestrone.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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You'll want to get cosy on the couch with a warm bowl of this.
![**[Harissa and maple pumpkin soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/pumpkin-soup-with-harissa-31662|target="_blank")**
Give your pumpkin soup a fiery Moroccan twist.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2020/04/16/31662/harissa-maple-pumpkin-soup-(3).jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Harissa and maple pumpkin soup
Give your pumpkin soup a fiery Moroccan twist.
![**[Cauliflower cream soup with mushrooms](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/cauliflower-cream-soup-with-mushrooms-27148|target="_blank")**
This creamy and fragrant vegetable soup is a classic winter warmer for good reason.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2014/11/28/AustralianWomensWeeklyBR116302/cauliflower-cream-soup-with-mushrooms.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Cauliflower cream soup with mushrooms
This creamy and fragrant vegetable soup is a classic winter warmer for good reason.
![**[Pea and ham soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/pea-and-ham-soup-15599|target="_blank")**
A true winter classic, pea and ham soup makes a satisfying lunch or dinner.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2019/06/05/15599/HL0942A02_d-web.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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A true winter classic, pea and ham soup makes a satisfying lunch or dinner.
![**[Pumpkin soup](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/pumpkin-soup-6462|target="_blank")**
There are all kinds of variations of pumpkin soup, but sometimes the only thing that will really hit the spot is the original.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2018/07/02/17913/Pumpkin-soup.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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There are all kinds of variations of pumpkin soup, but sometimes the only thing that will really hit the spot is the original.
![**[Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/barley-and-vegetable-soup-with-crunchy-seeds-28828|target="_blank")**
This rainbow bowl is super-filing and has the added crunch of sunflower seeds.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/07/10/18479/HL0847C01.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds
This rainbow bowl is super-filing and has the added crunch of sunflower seeds.
![**[Spanish oxtail and chickpea soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/spanish-oxtail-and-chickpea-soup-28654|target="_blank")**
It takes a little while to get the meat so tender but trust us, patience pays off.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/AwwFood/2019/05/15/28654/oxtail.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Spanish oxtail and chickpea soup
It takes a little while to get the meat so tender but trust us, patience pays off.
![**[Turkey and noodle soup](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/turkey-and-noodle-soup-23347|target="_blank")**
A classic slurpable bowl with a hearty twist.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2014/11/28/AustralianWomensWeeklyBR119894/turkey-and-noodle-soup.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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A classic slurpable bowl with a hearty twist.
![**[Chicken and corn soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/chicken-and-corn-soup-1469|target="_blank")**
A light and clear traditional Chinese soup, straight from the pages of *[The Australian Women's Weekly Chinese Cooking Class cookbook](https://www.bauerbooks.com.au/Products/12449/the-australian-womens-weekly-chinese-cooking-class-cookbook|target="_blank"|rel="nofollow")*.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2016/03/09/31565/chicken-corn-sou.JPG?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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A light and clear traditional Chinese soup, straight from the pages of The Australian Women's Weekly Chinese Cooking Class cookbook.
![**[Chicken noodle soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/chicken-noodle-soup-23846|target="_blank")**
Wholesome, pcked full of vegies with a flavour we all know and love: this is comfort in a bowl.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2014/11/28/AustralianWomensWeeklyBR116393/chicken-noodle-soup.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Wholesome, pcked full of vegies with a flavour we all know and love: this is comfort in a bowl.
![**[Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/chai-roasted-pumpkin-soup-with-honey-walnuts-29283|target="_blank")**
That classic soup you know and love with an added walnut crunch. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/09/29/27317/HL0894B31.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts
That classic soup you know and love with an added walnut crunch. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
![**[Hearty vegetable and lentil soup](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/hearty-vegetable-and-lentil-soup-26560|target="_blank")**
This feel-good soup goes up a notch, seasoned with a hint of citrus in the form of coriander-blended yoghurt.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2018/06/27/4843/Lentil-and-veggie-soup.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Hearty vegetable and lentil soup
This feel-good soup goes up a notch, seasoned with a hint of citrus in the form of coriander-blended yoghurt.
![**[Asian noodle soup in a jar](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/asian-noodle-soup-in-a-jar-29436|target="_blank")**
Recreate authentic Asian flavours - fresh, wholesome and completely vegetarian.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/10/15/30848/HL0948B03.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Recreate authentic Asian flavours - fresh, wholesome and completely vegetarian.
![**[Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/broccoli-and-kale-soup-with-lemon-creme-fraiche-1551|target="_blank")**
Low in calories and packed with immunity-boosting vegie goodness.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2016/07/06/32297/broccoli-and-kale-soup-food-for-the-soul.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche
Low in calories and packed with immunity-boosting vegie goodness.
![**[Spicy dumpling miso soup](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/spicy-dumpling-miso-soup-28867|target="_blank")**
Packed with flavour and just the right amount of kick.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/07/16/18540/HL0859A07.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Packed with flavour and just the right amount of kick.
![**[Sour Vietnamese soup](https://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/sour-vietnamese-soup-29062|target="_blank")**
Light, fresh, and full of mouthwatering flavour. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/08/24/27005/HL0845C03_1386.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Light, fresh, and full of mouthwatering flavour. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.
![**[Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup](http://www.womensweeklyfood.com.au/recipes/chinese-noodle-tofu-and-vegetable-soup-29231|target="_blank")**
Very refreshing and ideal if you're looking for a quick and easy meat-free meal.](https://d3lp4xedbqa8a5.cloudfront.net/s3/digital-cougar-assets/food/2015/09/23/27249/CHINESE-NOODLE-TOFU-AND-VEG-SOUP.jpg?width=690&height=&mode=crop&scale=both&anchor=topcenter&quality=70)
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Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup
Very refreshing and ideal if you're looking for a quick and easy meat-free meal.
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