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18 Old-Fashioned Soup Recipes That Deserve to Make a Comeback

March 2, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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These old-fashioned soup recipes have stood the test of time and still are perfect to try tonight- and trust me: you and your family will love them.

Now, it’s time to make these old-fashioned soup recipes have a great comeback and make them popular again!

These old-fashioned soup recipes were perfect for warming you up and keeping you full then and perfect now also, so give them a try.

Quick Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup

Quick Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup.

Image Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

Is there anything better than homemade chicken soup? I think not! This quick Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup has all the comfort of slowly made chicken noodle soup but made quickly with cooked chicken. 

Get the Recipe: Quick Dutch Oven Chicken Noodle Soup

Cream of Celery Soup

Cream of Celery Soup.

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This Cream of Celery Soup is made with fresh, crisp celery, thick, heavy cream, and flavorful chicken broth. Use this soup as an ingredient for a favorite recipe, or eat it on its own for a warm and creamy fall dinner.

Get the Recipe: Cream of Celery Soup

Best Homemade Vegetable Soup

Best Homemade Vegetable Soup.

Image Credit: Lauren from Scratch.

This chunky homemade vegetable soup recipe is the heartiest and most savory veggie soup you will ever make! It’s filled with tons of fresh vegetables and lots of flavor. Serve it up with some croutons or crusty bread, and you will have a perfect warm soup for cold nights. It is the best ever vegetable soup!

Get the Recipe: Best Homemade Vegetable Soup

Nourishing Stracciatella Soup (Italian Egg Drop Soup)

Nourishing Stracciatella Soup (Italian Egg Drop Soup).

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This stracciatella soup (Italian egg drop soup) recipe has a rich (chicken) broth, nutritious vegetables, and a flavorful mixture of Pecorino or Parmesan cheese, eggs, and fresh parsley.

Get the Recipe: Nourishing Stracciatella Soup (Italian Egg Drop Soup)

Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup.

Image Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

This delicious and fun vegetable alphabet soup recipe made in your slow cooker is a yummy and healthy meal. Your whole gang will enjoy eating this flexible, tasty, vegetarian dish! And how nostalgic is this? Your kids will love it!

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

 

Romanian Meatball Soup (Ciorba de Perisoare)

Romanian Meatball Soup (Ciorba de perisoare).

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You must give this traditional Romanian meatball soup, Ciorba cu Perisoare, a try—it’s like a warm hug in a bowl. This soup will bring everyone to the table with tender beef meatballs, fresh veggies, and a perfect hint of sourness that makes each bite unforgettable.

Get the Recipe: Romanian Meatball Soup (Ciorba de perisoare)

 

Grilled Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Grilled Chicken and Wild Rice Soup.

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This grilled chicken and wild rice soup is creamy yet smooth and has the perfect broth-to-rice ratio. It is so good and hearty!

Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

 

Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe: Creamy Cheese in One Pot.

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Broccoli cheddar soup – just saying the name makes me hungry! This classic soup has a creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and chunks of tender broccoli that feel like a warm hug on a chilly day.

Get the Recipe: Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

 

Classic Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup)

Classic Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup).

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The flavor of this classic Borscht recipe is bright and complex, beautifully sweet and sour. The natural sweetness from beets and carrots balances a splash of red wine vinegar added at the end. Beef makes it hearty and filling; potato and a hint of tomato paste add depth and thicken the broth slightly.

Get the Recipe: Classic Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup)

 

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Broccoli Cheddar Soup.

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This homemade Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate vegetarian comfort food that can be ready in 30 minutes. It’s perfect for when the weather is cold (or you’re feeling under the weather).

Get the Recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Soup

 

Sourdough Chicken and Dumplings Soup

Sourdough Chicken And Dumplings.

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These Sourdough Chicken And Dumplings are the ultimate comfort food. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the sourdough dumplings are light and soft, not to mention they are a breeze to whip up. You can even use pre-cooked chicken breasts to save some time and energy.

Get the Recipe: Sourdough Chicken And Dumplings

 

Zuppa Toscana Soup

Zuppa Toscana Soup.

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Zuppa Toscana Soup is a creamy, savory, delicious blend of kale, sausage, bacon, and hearty potatoes. This soup not only tastes great but has enough substance from the kale, potatoes, and sausage to actually fill you up. Serve it on a chilly day, and your guests and family will love the warm, full feeling they will get from this soup.

Get the Recipe: Zuppa Toscana Soup

 

30 Minute Chicken and Rice Soup

30 Minute Chicken and Rice Soup.

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This simple chicken and rice soup combines some veggies, rice, and soup. It really does come together nicely and quickly in 30 minutes.

Get the Recipe: 30 Minute Chicken and Rice Soup

 

Cabbage and White Bean Soup With Potatoes

Cabbage And White Bean Soup With Potatoes.

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This cabbage and white bean soup with potatoes is quick and easy to make. It uses simple pantry staples paired with fresh vegetables and is ready in 30 minutes.

Get the Recipe: Cabbage And White Bean Soup With Potatoes

 

Hearty Beef & Cabbage Soup

Hearty Beef & Cabbage Soup.

Image Credit: In the Kitch.

Loaded with meat and vegetables and seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, this hearty beef and cabbage soup is the perfect recipe to warm your bones on a cold  day. 

Get the Recipe: Hearty Beef & Cabbage Soup

 

Italian Wedding Egg Drop Soup

Italian Wedding Egg Drop Soup.

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Whether you call it Egg Drop Soup, Italian Wedding Soup, or Stracciatella Soup, they’re all made with two similar ingredients. The main ingredients in egg drop soup are chicken broth and egg. Italian Wedding Soup adds chicken or chicken meatballs, parmesan cheese, and sometimes includes patina.

Get the Recipe: Italian Wedding Egg Drop Soup

 

Jewish Chicken Soup Recipe With Noodles

Jewish Chicken Soup Recipe with Noodles.

Image Credit: Jewish Moms and Crafters.

There’s nothing like a delicious Jewish chicken soup recipe with optional noodles to warm your soul or hydrate you when you’re not feeling well! This recipe is made on the stove and includes many tips for getting the maximum flavor.

Get the Recipe: Jewish Chicken Soup Recipe with Noodles

 

Old Fashioned Potato Soup

Old Fashioned Potato Soup.

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This old-fashioned potato Soup delivers a bowl full of hearty satisfaction, perfect for any meal. With russet potatoes, cheddar cheese, and bacon all working together, you’ll be so happy that you tried it!

Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Potato Soup

 

 

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