Nothing beats diving face-first into a big bowl of soup on a chilly winter night. But most of us don’t have hours to spend slowly simmering a pot on the stove—especially on a weeknight. That’s where these lightning-fast recipes come in.
I scoured the internet (and our own editor-approved recipes) for soups that are quick and easy to make, represent a variety of different cuisines, and address a wide range of dietary restrictions, too. Behold: the 53 best winter soups that you can make in 45 minutes or less. (Most of these picks, like our One-Pot Cheater’s Bouillabaisse and this creamy chicken and mushroom soup, are ready in 30 minutes flat.) Warm blanket and slippers not required, but strongly recommended.
