There's nothing more comforting than a piping hot bowlful of soup on a chilly day. In fact, once you get a load of these recipes, you may want to invest in larger bowls. And the best part? These 18 soul-soothing soups and stews were designed with Crock-Pot cooking in mind.
Panning the Globe
Brazilian Feijoada
Feijoada (pronounced fey-zhoo-ah-dah) is a hearty Brazilian stew of black beans and a variety of meats, simmered until they're melt-in-your-mouth tender. It's best served hot over rice and garnished with green onions and cilantro.
This bisque is so rich, you'll never believe it how easy it is to make. Combine fresh shrimp with a creamy base, and you're well on your way to easy gourmet.
Sausage, potatoes, kale, and garlic are key components in this traditional Italian soup. Pair with a loaf of your favorite crusty bread, and voila! Dinner is served.
This favorite pairing of creamy cheese and fresh broccoli is a guaranteed hit. A long, slow simmer in the slow cooker makes for an extra-creamy blend of flavors.
Thick sliced and toasted bread is the perfect vehicle for this savory soup. Smoked ham pairs with a variety of Italian vegetables for a perfectly salty, savory bowlful.
For a Cajun-infused occasion, try this zesty gumbo. Chicken, turkey sausage, peppers and okra combine to form a fun weeknight alternative to classic chicken soup.
This famed French delicacy just became a lot simpler. The onions have plenty of time to become tender in the slow cooker, and the entire thing is finished off in the oven to allow the bread to toast and the Gruyere to reach melty perfection.
Savor Latin American flavors in this traditional meat stew featuring tender pork and white hominy. With this recipe, the beauty is in the garnish-so don't forget the queso fresco and chopped fresh cilantro.
It's never been easier to savor the best of fall than in this creamy soup. Hints of curry and cayenne provide a sweet spiciness for an ideal cold-weather cure.
Reminisce on the days of summers past with a soup recipe that kids and grown-ups alike will adore. For an authentic cheeseburger experience, serve with toasted sesame bagel croutons.
This recipe comes from all the way across the pond. Tender lamb and hearty vegetables are simmered in Guinness for an out-of-this world stew. Serve with Irish soda bread for the full cultural experience.
This simple yet satisfying soup is easy to make-and it's vegan to boot! The addition of apple and sweet potato lends a distinct sweetness to this dish, while paprika and lime keep it bright and fresh.
Wild rice provides additional heartiness and texture to this blend of chicken and vegetables in a creamy base. This soup will leave you full for hours-perfect for jam-packed weekends.
Slow cookers were just meant for lazy Sundays ending in drawn-out dinners around the kitchen table. This beef stew has an incredible flavor profile thanks to the addition of red wine and a smorgasbord of seasonings.
