There are several reasons that soup is so beloved in the winter months and beyond.

Not to mention, getting creative with herbs and spices can help you amp up the flavor even more.

And last but certainly not least, the flavor combinations for soup are seemingly endless.

a recipe photo of the Vegetarian Lasagna Soup served in a bowl

Photo: Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen Spollen

Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for dipping.

Barley adds a chewiness to provide texture, while dried mushrooms lend an earthiness and depth.

Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.

a recipe photo of the Mushroom & Lentil Soup

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen Spollen

Use your favorite brand of kimchi, just be sure to drain it before adding.

A fried egg adds protein to this vegetarian kimchi-tofu soup.

Oregano, coriander and garlic give this simple soup a lovely aroma to whet your appetite.

Slowcooker Bean Kale and Barley Soup in a ladle

PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN

Top this family-friendly soup with all of your favorite taco garnishes.

Enjoy with crusty bread to sop up the leftovers.

Blending part of the soup helps thicken it for a delicious bite.

a recipe photo of the Kimchi-Tofu Soup with Sesame & Egg

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

You don’t need much pesto hereswirl in just enough to tint the broth and release its fresh-basil scent.

If you avoid cheese made with rennet, look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without it.

A little tomato sauce and coconut milk give the broth a rich, silky texture.

Bowl of Green Chile Chicken Posole

Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Ail Ramee; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, if desired.

a recipe photo of the Everyone’s Favorite Taco Soup served in a bowl and topped with cilantro, avocado, tortilla chips, sour cream, and cheese

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

a recipe photo of the Copycat Panera’s Broccoli-Cheddar Soup served in two bowls

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen Spollen

a recipe photo of the Bok Choy Soup with Shrimp and Noodles

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Claire Spollen

creamy mushroom orzo soup

Diana Chistruga

a recipe photo of the Slow-Cooker Thai Chile & Corn Chowder

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

a recipe photo of the Slow-Cooker Green Minestrone with Fennel & Parmesan

Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

a recipe photo of the Vegetarian French Onion Soup served in a bowl

Photographer: Brie Goldman Food Stylist: Charlie Worthington

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Karla Conrad