Our hearty soup recipes for two are perfectly sized for a heartwarming meal.
18 Cozy Soups for Two
1/18
Cauliflower Broccoli Cheese Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even my husband, who’s never been a fan of broccoli, likes this creamy soup. It’s a great way to use vegetables from our garden. —Betty Corliss, Stratton, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 267 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 909mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
2/18
Baked Potato Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A neighbor brought over her children’s cookbook to show us, and I discovered this recipe for our favorite soup in it! Not only is it delicious, but it’s easy to prepare and makes a small amount perfect for my husband and me. It tastes like “restaurant” soup but is lower in fat. —Linda Mumm, Davenport, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 277 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 1061mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
3/18
French Onion Soup
Total Time
2 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Enjoy my signature French onion soup the way my granddaughter Becky does: I make onion soup for her in a crock bowl, complete with garlic croutons and gobs of melted Swiss cheese on top. —Lou Sansevero, Ferron, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup soup with 2 pieces bread and 1 tablespoon cheese: 195 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 765mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
4/18
Salmon Dill Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the best soup I have ever made, according to my husband, who loves salmon so much that he could eat it every day. It's a treat for both of us, so when I get some, I try to make it a very special dish like this one. —Hidemi Walsh, Plainfield, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
2-1/2 cups: 398 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
5/18
Grandma’s Tomato Soup
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is my grandmother’s. Originally, she even made the tomato juice in it from scratch! Gram had this recipe cooking on the stove every time I visited her. She enjoyed making this tomato soup and other favorite dishes for family and friends, and she made everything with love. —Gerri Sysun, Narragansett, Rhode Island
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 259 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 1144mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
6/18
Chicken Vegetable Soup
Total Time
2 hours 35 min
Servings
16 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I experimented with different variations, and this is the best chicken vegetable soup recipe I came up with. It's especially good to take to potlucks or share with friends. I often take a bowl to work to heat up for a fast lunch. —Bertha Vogt, Tribune, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 195 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
7/18
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love this cheesy dish. It is proof that soup doesn't need to be made in big batches to be good. —Cheryl McRae, West Valley, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 494 calories, 37g fat (24g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 1145mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
8/18
Italian Sausage Orzo Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always look for recipes high in taste and nutrition but low on prep time and fat. This thick, chunky soup fits the bill and is such a family favorite that I serve it at least once a month! —Deborah Redfield, Buena Park, California
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 236 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 819mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
9/18
Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My 10-year-old son and I devised the recipe for this rich and comforting soup. Now it’s a family favorite. —Terrie Sowders, Carthage, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 317 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 926mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
10/18
Sausage and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband’s grandmother made this soup with her own homemade sausage and tortellini. We don’t make those ingredients these days, but we’re so happy to have the passed-down recipe—this version is almost as good as hers. It's also an excellent way to get the kids to eat spinach! —Joyce Lulewicz, Brunswick, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1360mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
11/18
Black-Eyed Pea Soup
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Alice Jarrell of Dexter, Missouri waited a long time to get this favorite recipe—but it was well worth it. "I had eaten this soup countless times at a small restaurant in our town," she tells. "When the owner finally retired, he said I deserved the secret recipe and passed it along. Now, my family enjoys it at least once a month!"—Alice Jarrell, Dexter, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 145 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 731mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
12/18
Lemony Mushroom-Orzo Soup for Two
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a versatile soup that works as an appetizer or as a side for a sandwich lunch. It's loaded with mushrooms and orzo pasta—and lemon livens up its mild flavor.—Edrie O'Brien, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 191 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 437mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
13/18
Beef Barley Soup
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
9 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty beef barley soup is a favorite menu item in our house throughout the year. Everyone savors the flavor. —Elizabeth Kendall, Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 133 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 859mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
14/18
Mexican Leek Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup is so satisfying. You can substitute other beans, use kale instead of spinach or add leftover corn. For brunch, I add a fried egg on top. For dinner, my husband adds lots of hot sauce! —Donna Ahnert, Scotia, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 641 calories, 34g fat (19g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 1240mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 11g fiber), 34g protein.
15/18
White Chili for 2
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chili for two goes over especially well on a cool night. We're racing fans, and I'm frequently asked to bring this dish to the races. I'm happy to do so, because I enjoy it, too. I just double or triple the recipe. —Carol Swainston, Sheridan, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 418 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 1243mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 11g fiber), 36g protein.
16/18
Butternut Squash Soup Recipe
Total Time
30 min
Servings
9 servings (21/4 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
When the weather turns cold, get cozy with a bowl of this butternut squash soup. The cream adds richness, but if you're looking to cut calories, it can be omitted. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 157 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 3g protein.
17/18
Chive Mushroom Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I try to serve this rich, savory soup at least once a month during our cold winters. It's quick to make and has a wonderful fresh mushroom flavor. —Laurie Suhrke, Plymouth, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 407 calories, 35g fat (22g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 1053mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
18/18
DIY Ramen Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This favorite ramen noodle recipe, prepared and served in a canning jar, is a healthier alternative to most commercial varieties. Feel free to customize the veggies. —Michelle, Clair, Seattle, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 380 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 1386mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
