Top 15 soup recipes - Netmums (2024)

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You might think there's not enough protein in soups, but this dish definitely makes up for it.

Protein comes from the beans and chorizo, plus you can throw in whatever vegetables you like.

Here's the recipe for bean and chorizo soup.

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The kids might be fussy about eating asparagus, but whizz it up into a soup and they may just change their tune!

This simple recipe uses cream, stock and onions to add depth of flavour. Serve with some toasted bread for a real winner.

Here's the recipe for asparagus soup.

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Ah, trés bon! French onion soup is a classic that doesn't just have to be for adults.

Simply leave out ingredients like white wine, or swap for no-alcohol wine, when making for little ones.

Try our French onion soup slow cooker recipe here or our recipe without wine here.

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You'll warm right up with this soup inspired by Indian flavours.

It's a top choice for the health conscious, as it uses coconut oil, lentils, sweet potato, spinach and cauliflower.

Seasoned with spices and herbs, this is sure to turn any anti-soup members of the family.

Here's the recipe for lentil and cauliflower soup.

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It tastes fancy, but couldn't be simpler to throw together.

Butter, broccoli, stilton, stock, and an onion – that's it!

Throw them all together, whizz them up and there you have it – a soup full of vitamins and fibre.

Here's the recipe for broccoli and stilton soup.

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Vegetable soup is a great way of using up wilted carrots and celery from the bottom of the fridge. You can use whatever's in season or on offer in the supermarket.

We love this filling Tuscan bean and veg soup for colder days. It's packed with carrots, savoy cabbage and creamy borlotti beans.

Here's the recipe for Tuscan vegetable soup.

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A cure for all manner of minor ills, a simple chicken soup is the ultimate comfort food for body and soul.

It's also a great way to use up any leftover chicken and stock from your Sunday roast.

You'll need a blender to complete this tasty recipe. We love thisTefal high-speed model, with three pre-set programmes and hardened blades.Find it here at Amazon.

Check out our chicken soup recipe here.

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A rich, creamy combination of leek and potato makes for a filling soup that you can freeze for weaning (as long as you use a low-salt stock).

Throw in veg odds and ends for an added boost of goodness, such as cauliflower, carrot or broccoli.

Check out our leek and potato soup recipe here.

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Homemade tomato soup is usually much healthier than tinned varieties, which can be loaded with sugar and salt.

This delicious version combines tomatoes with potato, peppers and carrots for a delicious soup that's packed with veggies.

It's a great option if you're struggling to get the good stuff into your little one's diet.

Check out our tomato soup recipe here.

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Adding pasta is a great way to bulk out a vegetable soup, making a filling option for dinner time.

Use different combinations of veg – carrots, cauliflower or broccoli work well.

Why not make the soup ahead and freeze in batches? Then all you have to do is defrost and add the pasta before serving.

Check out our vegetable and pasta soup recipe here.

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A simple carrot soup – you can't go wrong!

Blitzing it to a smooth texture will appeal to any lump-phobic little eaters.

If they're still not sure, why not call it 'see in the dark soup' ... a sure-fire way to encourage them to give this meal a try.

Check out our carrot soup recipe here.

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Mmm, if you like cauliflower cheese, you'll love this rich, creamy number.

Serve it in mugs in front of the telly and settle down for an easy meal.

Check out our cauliflower cheese soup recipe here.

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A modern classic. Use pumpkins when they're in season, or butternut squash if you can't get hold of it.

Don't throw away the seeds – roast them and sprinkle on top of the soup to add texture, and save any extra roasted seeds for a healthy snack.

A large pan is a must-have for making this tasty dish. We really like this seven- litre stainless-steel pan that's available here at Amazon.

Check out our pumpkin soup recipe here.

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Love Mexican food but trying to be healthy? This delicious soup is for you.

It's vegetarian, but VERY filling as it's made with peppers, beans, tomato, and baked wholemeal tortilla strips.

You will need a frying pan to complete this recipe. We highly recommend this best-selling one from Tefal that you can get here at Amazon.

Check out our Mexican soup with tortilla strips recipe here.

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Chowder is a thick and creamy soup from the US East Coast. It's usually made with potatoes and seafood.

Try our rich and satisfying chowder packed with prawns, leeks and sweetcorn.

Here's our recipe for prawn, leek and sweetcorn chowder.