What is the best kind of soup?

Explore a tantalizing world of flavors, from comforting classics that warm the soul to bold, unexpected concoctions that surprise the palate. With so many unique choices waiting to be crowned the champion, which delicious contender will earn your vote?

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Chicken Noodle

Classic soup with chicken, noodles, and vegetables

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Tomato

Smooth soup made from ripe tomatoes, often seasoned with herbs

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Minestrone

Hearty Italian soup with vegetables, beans, and pasta

4

French Onion

Rich broth topped with caramelized onions and melted cheese

5

Clam Chowder

Creamy soup featuring clams, potatoes, and onions, often New England style

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Miso

Japanese soup made with fermented soybean paste and tofu

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Pho

Vietnamese noodle soup with aromatic broth, herbs, and meat

8

Tom Yum

Spicy Thai soup with shrimp, mushrooms, and lime

9

Gazpacho

Chilled Spanish soup made from blended tomatoes and vegetables

10

Borscht

Beet soup from Eastern Europe, often served hot or cold

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Gumbo

Louisiana stew with meat, seafood, and okra, thickened with roux

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Corn Chowder

Creamy soup made with sweet corn and potatoes

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Butternut Squash

Smooth, sweet soup made from roasted butternut squash

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Broccoli Cheddar

Creamy soup with broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese

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Lobster Bisque

Luxurious creamy soup made with lobster and aromatic spices

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Wonton

Chinese soup with dumplings filled with meat or vegetables

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Hot and Sour

Spicy and tangy Chinese soup with tofu and mushrooms

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Egg Drop

Chinese soup with beaten eggs and broth, often with scallions

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Lentil

Nutritious soup made with lentils, vegetables, and spices

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Split Pea

Thick soup made from split peas, often with ham or bacon

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Potato Leek

Creamy soup featuring potatoes and leeks, smooth in texture

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Mushroom

Earthy soup made with various mushrooms and herbs

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Beef Barley

Hearty soup with tender beef, barley, and vegetables

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Italian Wedding

Savory soup with meatballs, greens, and pasta

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Tortilla

Mexican soup with tortilla strips, chicken, and avocado

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Pozole

Traditional Mexican soup made with hominy and meat, often garnished

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Menudo

Spicy Mexican soup made with tripe and hominy, often served on weekends

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Ramen

Japanese noodle soup with broth, noodles, and various toppings

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Udon

Thick Japanese noodles served in a savory broth with vegetables

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Mulligatawny

Spiced soup with Indian origins, often made with chicken and rice

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Avgolemono

Greek soup made with chicken, rice, and a lemon-egg sauce

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Stracciatella

Italian soup with beaten eggs and spinach in broth