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23 warming winter soup recipes

Everything from retro classics such as chicken and corn soup, to hearty vegetable dishes and Asian-style favourites.
Pea and ham soup recipe

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.

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Harira (middle eastern soup)

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Harira (middle-eastern soup)

Harira (middle-eastern soup)

There is plenty of this Middle Eastern soup to go around and with juicy lamb and spicy vegetables you’ll certainly be needing every bit.

carrot and lentil soup vegan

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Carrot and lentil soup with coriander pesto

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

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Brown rice congee with fried garlic

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 recipe

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Chilli con carne soup

Chilli con carne soup

Just the thing to warm you up from the inside. Make it as spicy as you like.

CUBAN BLACK BEAN SOUP

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Cuban black bean soup in the slow cooker

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!

Cauliflower Cream Soup with Mushrooms

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Cauliflower cream soup with mushrooms

Cauliflower cream soup with mushrooms

This creamy and fragrant vegetable soup is a classic winter warmer for good reason.

TOM YUM SOUP

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Tom yum soup

Tom yum soup

This is our vegetarian take on Thailand’s popular hot and spicy prawn soup.

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Traditional minestrone

Hearty minestrone

You’ll want to get cosy on the couch with a warm bowl of this.

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Harissa and maple pumpkin soup

Harissa and maple pumpkin soup

Give your pumpkin soup a fiery Moroccan twist.

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Spanish oxtail and chickpea soup

Spanish oxtail and chickpea soup

It takes a little while to get the meat so tender but trust us, patience pays off.

Pea and ham soup recipe

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Pea and ham soup

Pea and ham soup

A true winter classic, pea and ham soup makes a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Bowl of pumpkin and potato soup

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Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin soup

There are all kinds of variations of pumpkin soup, but sometimes the only thing that will really hit the spot is the original.

Australian Women's Weekly soup recipes

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Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds

Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds

This rainbow bowl is super-filing and has the added crunch of sunflower seeds.

Turkey and noodle soup

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Turkey and noodle soup

Turkey and noodle soup

A classic slurpable bowl with a hearty twist.

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Chicken and corn soup

Chicken and corn soup

A light and clear traditional Chinese soup, straight from the pages of The Australian Women’s Weekly Chinese Cooking Class cookbook.

chicken noodle soup

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Chicken noodle soup

Chicken noodle soup

Wholesome, pcked full of vegies with a flavour we all know and love: this is comfort in a bowl.

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Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts

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

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Hearty vegetable and lentil soup

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.

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Asian noodle soup in a jar

Asian noodle soup in a jar

Recreate authentic Asian flavours – fresh, wholesome and completely vegetarian.

vegetable soup recipes

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Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche

Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche

Low in calories and packed with immunity-boosting vegie goodness.

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Spicy dumpling miso soup

Spicy dumpling miso soup

Packed with flavour and just the right amount of kick.

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Sour Vietnamese soup

Sour Vietnamese soup

Light, fresh, and full of mouthwatering flavour. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup

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Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup

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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