If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body.

To make a vegetarian version use vegetable rather than chicken broth.

Top each bowl with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for a zesty burst of flavor.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Kale

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Serve this winter soup topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a side of garlic toast.

Bok choy is a good substitute.

Feel free to increase the amounts of garlic and fish sauce for an even more flavorful soup.

One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan

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Serve this easy and healthy chicken soup on its own or with jasmine rice, quinoa or wild rice.

Using bone-in chicken is the key to making rich soup without adding broth.

Stuffed Cabbage Soup

Like stuffed cabbage?

Hearty Minestrone soup

You’ll love this easy stuffed cabbage soup.

It’s got all of the classic flavors of stuffed cabbage without all the fuss of stuffing.

Serve it with slices of whole-wheat bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying lunch or dinner.

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It features a simple homemade basil pesto swirled in at the end to add a fresh herb flavor.

Recipe by Nancy Baggett for EatingWell.

The headiness of the fruity olive oil truly elevates the flavors in this Italian meal-prep slow-cooker soup.

Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Chicken & Chickpea Soup

White Bean-Sausage Soup

Make this heart-healthy main-dish white bean and sausage soup with fresh onions.

Sherry vinegar adds a touch of brightness and pairs well with the medley of vegetables.

Serve with crusty bread.

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Just be sure that you don’t overcook the vegetables.

Shao Hsing (or Shaoxing) is a seasoned rice wine used in Chinese cooking.

Look for it in Asian specialty markets or with other Asian ingredients in large supermarkets.

Tuscan White Bean Soup

All will keep for months in the pantry or fridge.

If leftovers get too thick in the fridge, add a little broth when you reheat it.

Serve with crusty bread and a glass of malbec.

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Low-Carb Chicken Soup

This comforting, low-carb chicken soup is packed with veggies.

Chicken thighs add rich flavor and remain tender after simmering in the soup.

The lemon juice added at the end brings a lovely hint of brightness.

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Goulash Soup

Get all the flavors of classic goulash in a warming, hearty soup.

This easy one-pot meal can be on the table in less than an hour.

We use ground turkey and omit the traditional Sichuan peppercorns for convenience, but add hot sesame oil.

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Use toasted sesame oil instead if you want mild noodles.

The result is a crispy topping that saves on sodium and completes a bowl of this healthy chicken soup.

One-Pot Chicken & Cabbage Soup

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Low-Carb Chicken Soup

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey Bulat