🥣 Transition Season Soups: Perfect for Easy, Almost-Spring Meals


Hey there,

There's something about March that has me craving soups that aren't quite as hearty as mid-winter stews but still warm me up. These recipes hit that perfect balance - cozy enough for chilly evenings but not so heavy that they feel out of place as we edge toward spring.

Rich but not Heavy Bisques

Lighter Options:

Cozy Classics with a Twist:

Pro tip: Make a double batch - these soups reheat beautifully and make easy lunches or dinners for a few days. For the noodle soups, store cooked pasta separately in the refrigerator and add it just before serving to keep the perfect texture.

All my best,

Shrimp and Corn Bisque


Tomato Bisque


Butternut Squash Bisque


Spring Leek Soup


Creamy White Bean Soup


Potato Leek Soup

"Fabulous soup. Very easy. Definitely a keeper. Thank you!" ~Marsha

Chicken Potato Soup

“This is best soup by far that I’ve tasted and just what my stomach needed. I didn’t have leeks, but I’m sure it would be delicious. It’s definitely going to be a weekly menu item...” ~Maryann

Chicken Noodle Soup


Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup


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