What can we sayMama (and Grandma!)
always knows best when it comes tofeeding a crowdand keeping even the hungriest family members happy.
Say goodbye to the turkey sandwich and hello to your new favorite way to enjoy holiday leftovers.

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Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup
This soup is liquid gold.
If you planned ahead last summer, you may even have frozen garden vegetables to showcase in this recipe.
Use vegetable stock instead of chicken to make it meatless.

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Don’t skip that dollop of nutmeg-spiced ricotta that slowly melts into the soup for a creamy finish.
Slow-Cooker French Onion Soup
Finally, no more babysitting your onions over the stove for 30 minutes.
This slow cooker version is bursting with flavor and requires minimal attention.

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Serve with another French classic like a Croque Monsieur for warming comfort in every bite.
Instant Pot Creamy Root Vegetable Soup
This soup has quickly become a Test Kitchen favorite.
Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup
An easy shortcut to your favorite soup?

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Sounds like a win to us.
Rotisserie chicken makes classic, feel-good flavors possible in a pinch.
We’ve revived a classic tortilla soup recipe with the convenience of hands-off cooking in a modern kitchen gadget.

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Easy to prepare on a low budget, it’s clear how it has withstood the test of time.
A steaming bowl of this creamy take on a staple will warm you down to your bones.
ensure to soak the peas overnight before combining them with all of the other smoky and savory ingredients.

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Using two types of potatoes ensures that this potato soup is overflowing with soothing flavors and textures.
Fresh baked biscuits are essential when you’re serving up this crust-less twist.
You could even set up a whole toppings bar with avocado, cheese, and tortilla chips.

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Plus, it’s about as customizable as they come.
Add more veggies if you want or throw in some store-bought gnocchi for even more flavor.
That’s not even mentioning the champion trio of potato, cheese, and bacon.

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Sounds like a winner dinner to us.
King Ranch Chicken Soup
Add a little Tex-Mex to your menu with this chicken soup recipe.
It’s all your favorite flavors combined into one ready-in-35-minutes soup.

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Black-eyed peas and collards light up with smoky flavors in this winter soup fit for New Years good luck.
Every bite will burst with smokey flavor that will make you want to lick your bowl clean.
Sweet Potato Soup
This is the kind of freezer-ready soup that we crave on cold winter nights.

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confirm to toast extra pecans so you have additional toppings for your leftovers and even future salads.
Cook down your root veggies (opt for potato-beet or turnip-parsnip combos if you like!)
and puree them up for supper that’s simple, vibrant, and filling.

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