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10 Top-Rated Soup Recipes With Hundreds of Glowing, 5-Star Reviews

Updated on October 29, 2026

When you're looking for a tried-and-true version of a classic, reach for these fan favorites.

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The Soup Recipes Food Network Fans Love Most

There's no denying the appeal of homemade soup. It's the comforting, one-pot meal with options for everyone: savory broth chock-full of noodles, ultra-creamy bisque topped with croutons, hearty bowls of beans and veggies — and that's just the beginning.

It should come as no surprise then, that there are a myriad of options when you're looking for a recipe. We know that finding the right one can take time (and sometimes a bit of trial and error) so we're here to help you narrow down your search with a curated list of our top-rated soups. Each one of these recipes (from tomato to potato) has a 5-star rating based on hundreds of reviews.

If you're ready to add some new ideas to your recipe box, then count down our top 10 fan-favorite soups right here — and find out which one has more than 1,000 5-star reviews!

First up: Ree's Perfect Potato Soup. It has more than 200 reviews and fans call this one 'a keeper'. Made with just a handful of ingredients (many of which are kitchen and pantry staples), it's a good choice when you want to save a little money on dinner. Plus, fans note it's easy to riff on this recipe — so go ahead and tailor the seasonings to what you've got on hand!

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Copycat Zuppa Toscana

We were so smitten with Olive Garden's most popular soup, we decided to crack the code — so that we could make it ourselves on those days that we just can't get out to the restaurant! And, we're happy to report that almost 300 fans agree. One even says, "I love the OG version, but think this is just as good, if not better."

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Minestrone Soup

When you're looking for a meal that's satisfying, nourishing and ready in under an hour, reach for Ellie's minestrone soup. It will warm you up on a chilly night, but we'd gladly make this part of our regular dinner rotation year-round — just like the many fans who confirm that this is a recipe they make on repeat.

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Black Bean Soup

It's easy to see why this black bean soup has more than 500 glowing reviews (with several fans saying they've 'been making this recipe for years'): it's hearty, smoky and easy to make ahead. That means, no matter what kind of day you've had, you can come home and chow down on a filling, flavorful meal — for almost no work at all!

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Chicken Noodle Soup

There are so many versions of chicken noodle soup, but this one (with more than 500 reviews) is a standout. Tyler keeps the approach simple and focuses on building deep flavor. With a homemade stock, freshly poached chicken and tender noodles, it's nothing short of nostalgic perfection.

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Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup

'Best ever', 'new family favorite', 'all-time favorite soup': These are just a few of the reactions fans have had to Ina's 5-star recipe. Not surprisingly, we agree with the more than 500 others who love this recipe. The blend of fresh mushrooms and leeks, a splash of white wine and some herbaceous parsley make the flavor unforgettable.

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Italian Wedding Soup

You can never go wrong with a quick and easy soup that's racked up more than 600 reviews — especially when it's a soup straight from Ina's kitchen! The proof? One fan says, "I hid what was left over in the fridge — but it was gone the next day because my husband went on a mission to find and finish it off!"

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

What do you get when you combine a rich broth, tender shredded chicken and layers of flavorful toppings (including crunchy tortilla strips)? A 5-star soup with more than 600 reviews that's worth keeping in your back pocket!

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Best Tomato Soup Ever

Get your grilled cheese sandwiches ready; Ree has a 5-star tomato soup recipe that more than 900 fans agree is the best. Better yet, it's made with just a handful of simple ingredients like onion, butter, tomato juice and fresh herbs and ready in 25 minutes— so you can whip it up anytime you need an extra measure of coziness.

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French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, rich broth, melty cheese: French onion soup might just be the ultimate comfort food. And, while it's certainly a bistro classic, French onion soup is easy to make at home, too. Tyler's recipe (which boasts more than 1,000 reviews!!) should be your go-to: he shares simple tips for making a restaurant-worthy version in your own kitchen, including how to caramelize onions, how to build flavor and how to get a satisfying cheese-pull finish.

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