16 Freezer-Friendly Soups for a Quick, Comforting Meal Anytime
They'll last for months when stored properly, too.
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Have you ever stood in your kitchen wondering what's for dinner, and then you remembered there's something pre-made and stashed in your freezer already? Freezer meals to the rescue! They are a godsend on busy weeknights when you have to feed the family and amazing if you're snowed in and want a cozy meal. They're also phenomenal for meal prep, whether you're on a health kick, on a budget, on a tight schedule, or all of the above.
And there's nothing quite like freezer-friendly soups to solve all of those meal conundrums. They can easily be pre-portioned in advance or frozen in a big batch. Plus, they heat up super fast for quick, comforting meal. All of the soups on this list will last about two to three months in the freezer, so you can pick a day to batch cook and have weeks worth of freezer soups ready to go. Just make sure you know how to freeze soups correctly so they last.
Of course, not all the best soup recipes are created equal when it comes to freezing. You won't find a ton of creamy soup recipes or soups with noodles or rice, because dairy like cheese and carbs that absorb liquid don't freeze and defrost all that well. But you'll still find a few on this list with easy instructions on how to adjust the recipes so they'll taste just as good after being defrosted. So if you're ready for a souper list to pop in your freezer, read on!
Lentil Soup
Lentil soup is comforting and hearty, but at the same time, super healthy for you, too! You don't have to presoak the beans, and it reheats beautifully. Just add an extra splash of water if it's too thick.
Get Ree's Lentil Soup recipe.
Italian Meatball Soup
With lots of mini meatballs plus onion, carrot, cabbage, potatoes, and celery, this soup is pure comfort. Once it's defrosted and reheated, that's when you can sprinkle on some parmesan and serve with crusty bread.
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Vegetarian Enchilada Soup
This soup has all the zesty flavor of the classic dish it's named for, but without the folding and baking. You can make everything in advance except the toppings. Those should be freshly scattered on top.
Get Ree's Vegetarian Enchilada Soup recipe.
Chicken Tortellini Soup
Bring chicken noodle soup to the next level with cheese-filled tortellini! You can make this soup two ways to be freezer friendly: freeze the tortellini separately or wait until it's defrosted to cook a new batch of the pasta.
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Hamburger Soup
Ree loves this soup because "it's meaty and hearty and flavorful and satisfying." Plus, you can add just about any type of veggie you want to it! Serve with rolls, crusty bread, or fresh cornbread.
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Ham and Bean Soup
You can make this soup whether you have leftover ham or just use the store-bought kind. Either way, this recipe is both easy and delicious! It should last up to three months in the freezer, too.
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Vegetable Soup
You'll be amazed at how flexible this recipe can be. You can swap russet potatoes for sweet potatoes, add yellow squash instead of zucchini, or toss in whatever frozen veggie you have on hand.
Get the Vegetable Soup recipe.
Split Pea Soup with Ham
Split peas makes soup super creamy without actually adding any cream. That means it freezes like a dream! Plus, you don't even need to soak the split peas before cooking.
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Chicken Parm Soup
If you love chicken parm, this one's for you! The only thing you have to consider in advance is that the pasta shouldn't be frozen. So cook it separately and add the cheese at the end.
Get Ree's Chicken Parm Soup recipe.
Taco Soup
Family dinner, comin' right up: It's loaded with taco-seasoned beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes. Save the avocado, cheese, and tortillas as toppings once it's reheated.
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Butternut Squash Soup with Bacon
See, you can have a creamy soup from the freezer! Since this soup relies more on the butternut squash than cream for it's texture, it'll still taste silky smooth after being frozen.
Get Ree's Butternut Squash Soup With Bacon recipe.
Cabbage Soup
This recipe is one of the healthier soup recipes you can find. But don't let that deter you: It tastes delicious, too! The creamy white beans will give it lots of protein, and of course flavor, too.
Get the Cabbage Soup recipe.
Leftover Turkey Soup
You can use leftover turkey or shredded rotisserie chicken for recipe, which is also chockfull of veggies. If you are going to freeze it, do so without the orzo which might get mushy. It's easy to cook separately when you're ready.
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Potato Soup
Ree calls this "one of the best potato recipes... ever" so you know it's going to be good! The only thing you have to do is hold off from putting the cream into the soup until you're ready to reheat.
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7-Can Soup
Make this easy-as-can-be soup in less than 30 minutes. It's got canned chili, corn, black beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, and diced tomatoes. Oh, and there's some Velveeta for good measure.
Get Ree's 7-Can Soup recipe.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
This tomato-based soup is filled with black beans, shredded chicken, and lots of spices. Just hold the assortment of tasty toppings until after you're done reheating.
Get Ree's Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe.
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