Soup Recipes

Seafood Bisque

2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
2-2/3 cups milk
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) whole mushrooms, drained
3 tablespoons Madeira wine or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add the shrimp, crab and mushrooms. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in the wine or broth, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Garnish with parsley. Makes 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Chicken Wild Rice Soup

2 quarts chicken broth
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
3 cups cooked wild rice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken

In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, melt butter. stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in soup and wine or broth. Add rice and chicken; heat through. Makes 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Ham Beef and Bacon Soup

1/2 pound ground beef, browned and drained
1/2 pound bacon, diced, cooked and drained
1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cubed
2 cans (15 ounces each) butter beans, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 package (20 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 to 2 cups tomato juice, optional

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine beef, bacon, ham, beans, onion, mixed vegetables, broth, soup, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired. If a thinner soup is preferred, stir in tomato juice. Makes 10-12 servings (3 quarts).

Beef Barley Soup

2 cups beef broth
8 cups water
2 cups chopped cooked roast beef
1/2 cup chopped carrots
3 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 cup frozen or canned peas
1/2 cup frozen or canned cut green or wax beans
Seasoned salt to taste

In a large kettle or Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add soup, peas and beans. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add seasoned salt. Makes 12-14 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Four-Onion Soup

1 medium yellow onion
1 medium red onion
1 medium leek (white portion only)
5 green onions with tops
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
6 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick), toasted
6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Slice all onions 1/4 in. thick. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, saute onions and garlic in butter for 15 minutes or until tender and golden, stirring occasionally. Add broth, consomme, Worcestershire sauce and nutmeg; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of Swiss cheese in the bottom of six oven-proof 8-oz. bowls. Ladle hot soup into bowls. Top each with a slice of bread. Sprinkle with remaining Swiss cheese and Parmesan cheese if desired. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat or until cheese melts. Serve immediately. Makes 6 servings.

Seafood Chowder

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups milk
4 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) chopped clams, drained
1 can (6 ounces) medium shrimp, drained
4 ounces imitation crabmeat, flaked
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine soups and milk. Stir in the vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. Stir in clams, shrimp and crab; cover and heat through, about 20 minutes. Garnish each serving with bacon. Makes 8 servings.

Tomato Hamburger Soup

1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen mixed vegetables
1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
Salt and pepper to taste

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 12 servings (3 quarts). Vary the flavor of Tomato Hamburger Soup each time you make it by using different blends of frozen mixed vegetables.

Hearty Bean Soup

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed bean with bacon soup, undiluted
2 cups diced fully cooked ham
2 cups water
2 tablespoons canned diced jalapeno peppers

In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in butter for 3 minutes. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a Dutch oven or soup kettle. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Makes 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Broccoli Potato Soup

2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup milk
1/2 cup water
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

In a large saucepan, saute broccoli and onion in butter until tender. Stir in soup, milk, water, basil and pepper; heat through. Add cheese; stir until melted. Makes 4 servings.

Halibut Chowder

8 to 10 green onions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
4 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
4 cups milk
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1-1/2 pounds halibut or salmon fillets, cubed
1-1/2 cups frozen sliced carrots
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender. Add soups, milk and cream cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Bring to a boil.

Stir in fish, carrots and corn. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily and the vegetables are tender. Add cayenne pepper if desired. Makes 16 servings (about 4 quarts).

Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup

2 quarts water
8 chicken bouillon cubes
6-1/2 cups uncooked wide egg noodles
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
Minced fresh parsley

In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add noodles; cook, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes. Do not drain. Add soup and chicken; heat through. Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream. Sprinkle with minced parsley. Makes 10-12 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Reuben Chowder

1 tablespoon butter
3 slices rye bread
1 can (11 ounces) condensed nacho cheese soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3 cups milk
1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
12 ounces deli corned beef, diced
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Butter bread on both sides; cube. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 6-8 minutes or until browned. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soups, milk, sauerkraut and corned beef; cook and stir over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Add cheese; stir until melted. Top with croutons. Makes 8 servings (2 quarts).

Meatball Mushroom Soup

1/2 pound ground beef
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups milk
1-1/3 cups water
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Shape beef into 1-in. balls; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine soup, milk and water; bring to a boil. Add Italian seasoning, onion, garlic, barley, macaroni and rice. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, brown meatballs in a nonstick skillet until no longer pink. Stir carrot into soup; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer meatballs to soup. Stir in mushrooms and Parmesan cheese; heat through. Makes 6 servings.

Pizza Soup

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups water
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni, quartered
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
10 slices French bread, toasted
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, bring the tomatoes, soup and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Mash with a potato masher. Add the pepperoni, red and green peppers, mushrooms, garlic, sage, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Ladle into ovenproof bowls. Top each with a slice of bread and sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat until cheese is melted and bubbly. Makes 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Taco Bean Soup

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 pound ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning
4 cups water
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa
Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and sliced ripe olives, optional

In a soup kettle, cook sausage and beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and mix well. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes and salsa. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Garnish with sour cream, cheese and olives if desired. Makes 12-14 servings.

Pepper Soup

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
3 large green peppers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1-1/2 cups cooked rice

In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, cook the beef, green peppers and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the broth, soup, tomatoes and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add rice and heat through. Makes 10 servings.

Meatball Stew

3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 package (16 ounces) fresh baby carrots, quartered
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, sliced
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked meatballs
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) beef gravy
1 cup water
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules

Place the potatoes, carrots, onion, celery and meatballs in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over meatball mixture. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Makes 6 servings.

Beef Noodle Soup

1 pound ground beef
1 can (46 ounces) V8 juice
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 package (3 ounces) beef ramen noodles
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables

In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the V8 juice, soup mix, contents of noodle seasoning packet and mixed vegetables.

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Return to a boil; stir in noodles. Cook for 3 minutes or until noodles are tender. Makes 8 servings.

Tuscan Turkey Sausage Soup

12 ounces turkey Italian sausage links
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt-free garlic and herb seasoning
1/8 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/8 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 small leek (white potion only), cut into 1-inch strips

In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Let cool and slice. In a large saucepan, whisk together the broth, soup, mushrooms, onion, Italian seasoning, garlic and herb seasoning, caraway seeds and fennel seed. Add sausage. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add beans and leek. Simmer 10 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Makes 8 servings.

Cream of Broccoli Soup

2 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
6 cups frozen chopped broccoli
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cups evaporated milk
2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

In a large saucepan, combine water and bouillon. Add broccoli and onion. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer for 10 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, sour cream, parsley and pepper; add to broccoli mixture. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Makes 6-8 servings.

Vegetable Beef Stew

5 medium red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
3 bacon strips, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1/2 cup dry red wine or additional beef broth
1 bay leaf
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water

Place the first four ingredients in a 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve drippings.

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add meat; seal and shake to coat. Brown the beef, onion and garlic in drippings and oil. Transfer to slow cooker. Stir in broth, wine or additional broth, bay leaf, thyme, reserved bacon and remaining salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until tender. Discard bay leaf.

Combine soup and water; add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes. Combine cornstarch and cold water; stir into slow cooker. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes or until slightly thickened. Makes 7-8 servings.

Mac Cheese Soup

1 package (14 ounces) deluxe macaroni and cheese dinner mix
9 cups water, divided
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups milk
1 cup chopped fully cooked ham

Set aside cheese sauce packet from macaroni and cheese mix. In a large saucepan, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender.

Meanwhile, in another large saucepan, bring remaining water to a boil. Add broccoli and onion; cook for 3 minutes. Stir in soup, milk, ham and contents of cheese sauce packet; heat through. Drain macaroni; stir into soup. Makes 8 servings.

Bavarian Meatball Stew

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14 ounces) Bavarian sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 envelope onion soup mix
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes; drain.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Add meatballs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf before serving. Makes 8 servings.

Minestrone with Italian Sausage

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium leek (white portion only), chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
6 cups beef broth
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup uncooked small pasta shells
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

In a soup kettle, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the carrots, celery, leek and garlic; cook for 3 minutes. Add zucchini and green beans; cook 2 minutes longer.

Stir in broth, tomatoes, cabbage, basil, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Return to a boil. Stir in the garbanzo beans, pasta and parsley. Cook for 6-9 minutes or until pasta is tender. Serve with Parmesan cheese. Makes 11 servings (about 3 quarts).

Hungarian Goulash Soup

1-1/4 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt, optional
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups cubed peeled rutabagas
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
Sour cream, optional

In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown beef in 1 tablespoon oil. Remove beef; drain drippings. Heat remaining oil in the same pan; saute onions and garlic for 8-10 minutes over medium heat or until lightly browned.

Add paprika, caraway, pepper, cayenne and salt if desired; cook and stir 1 minute. Return beef to pan. Add broth, potatoes, carrots and rutabagas; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender and meat is almost tender.

Add tomatoes and red pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30-40 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender. Serve with sour cream if desired. Makes 15 servings.