Now that the winter chill has set in, it's time to break out the simple soup recipes to keep you feeling toasty. Canned soups and their packaged counterparts have their place, especially on hectic weeknights and weekends.

The aroma, sound, and taste of a freshly brewed batch of anything boiling may do wonders for the psyche. This dish is the epitome of home-cooked goodness. Believe it or not, many different varieties of soup are quite straightforward to cook. For example, cheddar broccoli soup can be created entirely using pre-prepared items such as frozen veggies and grated cheese.

Just throw everything in a saucepan, set a timer, and dive in when it's cooking. Soups, even ones like dal or ramen that look sophisticated, may be made with just a few simple ingredients and a little stirring.

Vegan Richa's Toor Dal with Bay Leaf and Fresh Cilantro

The time needed to prepare this dish is drastically reduced when canned pigeon peas are used instead of dried ones. You may get them in the same section as the other beans. If you want some on hand for a rainy day, double the recipe and put the extra in the freezer.

The Woks of Life's Tom Yum Soup

The sweet, salty, spicy, and sour tastes of this traditional Thai soup complement each other beautifully. If you can't find something, like galangal or makrut lime leaves, try looking for it in an Asian grocery shop or ordering it online. Your one-time buy will guarantee you always have all the necessary components to produce tom yum, as dried and frozen ingredients last far longer than fresh.

The Hungry Hutch's Andouille and Collard Greens Soup with Cornmeal Dumplings.

While dumplings made with cornmeal may seem elegant, they aren't difficult to make when following this recipe. Just whisk together the batter and drop spoonfuls of it into the simmering soup. Substitute any other hearty green for the collards if you don't have any, and get ready to chow down on this delicious soup.

Pinch of Yum's Creamy Mushroom Soup

There aren't a ton of ingredients, but the taste in this creamy soup is huge. The only things you'll need to buy on your next shopping trip are a package of mushrooms and a bottle of white wine if you already have other staples on hand.

Meiko and the Dish's Creamy Mint Pea Soup

Try this recipe for a twist on traditional pea soup. Despite the soup's bright green hue, the minty flavor is understated. As a bonus, the increased brightness perfectly counteracts the heavy tastes of the cream and fried croutons up above.

Lizee Angel Fire-Roasted Tomato and Spinach Tortellini Soup

Need an Italian fix? This is a fantastic method to satisfy your cravings for both soup and pasta simultaneously. And the only chopping involved is the mincing of some garlic. Baby spinach and canned tomatoes can be added straight from their packaging. Toast some cheese and serve alongside for maximum coziness.

One-Cookbook Miso Soup: A Homemade Favorite

Miso soup is a Japanese staple, but you don't have to go to a restaurant to get your fix; you can prepare it at home in no time. This recipe details all your options for the basis, from tofu to root vegetables, as well as the ingredients and where to obtain them.

Recipe for I Heart Umami's Taiwanese Beef Soup

Although the preparation time for this substantial beef meal is lengthier than that of some of the others on our list, using an Instant Pot makes short work of the process. Cinnamon, dates, garlic, and soy sauce are just some of the sweet and savory components that go into making this dish. The flavors come together after a night in the fridge.

I Am a Food Blog's Spicy and Sour Soup

Your best bet for a satisfying soup recipe is to choose one that satisfies your cravings and can be made easily at home. This popular takeaway alternative is easier to make at home than to order delivery. Using fresh shiitake mushrooms is equivalent to using dried ones if you can't get the dehydrated kind.

Healthy Nibbles & Bits Chinese Chicken Noodle Soup

Noodles, won tons, a plethora of vegetables, and a broth so wonderful you'll want to swim in it—this is the ultimate chicken noodle soup. However, store-bought chicken broth is a fine stand-in if you don't feel like making your stock.