January is National Soup Month- What's Your Favorite?
By DB
@dgobucks226 (34405)
January 13, 2024 1:08pm CST
If you're going to promote a month for soup winter weather is a great way to go about doing it. And with January comes snow, which we are now seeing over parts of the world. So, what better way to warm up your body and mood with a nice, delicious cup of soup. Having a nutritious cup of that liquid hot stuff provides some comfort, especially when you are snowed in after a big storm.
Many of us make our own soup out of leftovers. Turkey soup comes to mind as an easy fix, and a great way to stretch out our budgets.
There are so many wonderful kinds of soups like Minestrone, Chicken Noodle, and Tomato to name a few, it can be so hard to pick one as a favorite, but I'm going to try. One I always enjoy is "clam chowder" either way, Manhattan or New England. How about you? What brand and kind do you "stock" up on?
And by the way, you can find great deals on soup this month too. I found one for Panera Bread who is offering a soup and sandwich special. Buy a sandwich get a bowl of soup for just $1.
Yes, come wintertime soup is King. And with so many different varieties celebrating one day on the calendar just wouldn't do. No, they had to give soup the entire month of January for us to enjoy.
Fun soup facts:
-Chicken soup is known for its healing properties.
-Campbell's founded National Soup Month in 1986.
-Americans eat more than 10 billion bowls of soup each year.
-Archaeologists found evidence of soup dating back to 6000 B.C. It was hippo soup!
Now there's some facts to "bowl you over." 
Source: National Day Calendar
Photo: Campbell Soup Company
Source: National Day Calendar
Photo: Campbell Soup Company19 people like this
18 responses
@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
Soup has a long history for sure. Some believe soup became a popular menu item for many civilizations from 6000 BC according to sources.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
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@AmbiePam (85660)
• United States
14 Jan
@dgobucks226 Good lord, that’s a lot of soup!
This soup actually wasn’t spicy at all, which was kind of disappointing, but it just tastes so good.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
Meatballs in soup with red peppers. Sounds really interesting. I'll have to look for that one in the store. That combo should make for some spicy soup!
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Fun soup fact:
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
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@snowy22315 (170352)
• United States
13 Jan
I think split pea is my fave followed closely by bean with bacon.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
That's a good one! I like split pea and buy that one sometimes. Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
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@RebeccasFarm (86833)
• United States
13 Jan
Most canned soup is so high in salt I have to watch it, but now and again, I'll buy some Chowder.
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@RebeccasFarm (86833)
• United States
14 Jan
@dgobucks226 What? That last one..oh my??
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
@RebeccasFarm Interestingly, that is not the only Guiness record help by Japan. 178 People with the Same Name Unite in Japan to Set Guiness World Record. All with the name Hirokazu Tanakas.
That's a lot of Tanakas!!! 
@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
Yes, canned soup like canned anything has a lot of sodium. 
There are probably low salt versions one can choose among.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
There are probably low salt versions one can choose among.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.2 people like this
@LeaPea2417 (36496)
• Toccoa, Georgia
13 Jan
I like chicken noodle and beef vegetable soup.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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15 Jan
Chicken noodle so tasty and helpful.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
2 people like this
@LeaPea2417 (36496)
• Toccoa, Georgia
16 Jan
@dgobucks226 interesting Japan statistic.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
@LeaPea2417 Interestingly, that is not the only Guiness record help by Japan. 178 People with the Same Name Unite in Japan to Set Guiness World Record. All with the name Hirokazu Tanakas.
Seems the Japanese have an affinity for setting records..
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@LadyDuck (458894)
• Switzerland
15 Jan
@dgobucks226 My husband likes lentil soup I do not, while we both hate tomato soup.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
Yes, yes! Great picks and ones I would definitely add to my soup list. I also like Lentil soup too.
Other Soup Facts:
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
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Although, tomatoes are great in salads and sandwiches. 
@GardenGerty (157652)
• United States
14 Jan
I love soups and stews. Likely my favorite is chili, though. Casseroles are also good in this weather because you can heat up the house baking them.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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15 Jan
Chili is great comfort food as are casseroles. 
Add some cornbread to that chili and you have the perfect combo meal.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
Add some cornbread to that chili and you have the perfect combo meal.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
Oh, that's one I have not thought of good choice. Creamy chicken is yummy comfort food.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
@1creekgirl (40605)
• United States
14 Jan
Great post! My favorite soup is my venison veggie soup. I only put ingredients in it that I like.
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@1creekgirl (40605)
• United States
16 Jan
@dgobucks226 It's basically a beef veggie soup, but with venison. I add potatoes, carrots, green beans, and corn.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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16 Jan
Now that's a soup I've never tried! Does it need spicing up?
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
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@JudyEv (326094)
• Rockingham, Australia
18 Jan
@dgobucks226 I often have tomato soup (from a packet) for my lunch.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
Right, your summer is now. No soup for you!
Fun soup facts:
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
Fun soup facts:
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.1 person likes this
@paigea (35718)
• Canada
18 Jan
@dgobucks226 Hamburger soup is just ground beef and lots of veggies in a beef broth.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
Bet that hippo soup tastes gamey. 
Mushroom is a favorite of mine too. Chicken soup has some healthy benefits.
Hamburger soup is different. 
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
Mushroom is a favorite of mine too. Chicken soup has some healthy benefits.
Hamburger soup is different.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.1 person likes this
@Hannihar (129528)
• Israel
14 Jan
@dgobucks226
I love chicken soup because it is nice and warm on a cold day and it is known as the Jewish penicillin soup.
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@Hannihar (129528)
• Israel
15 Jan
@dgobucks226
I grew up on Chicken soup and it is known as the Jewish penicillin soup. I use also the powder from onion soup mix and chicken soup mix and add vegetables but have not made soup in ages or just mix the two and add salt and pepper and eat it.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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14 Jan
Yes, your right! No matter what country you're from, Chicken soup can help with what ails you.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
No matter what country you're from, Chicken soup can help with what ails you.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.2 people like this
@LindaOHio (157012)
• United States
14 Jan
My favorite soups are lentil, chicken corn chowder, tomato penne and macaroni bean. Have a good day.
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@LindaOHio (157012)
• United States
16 Jan
@dgobucks226 Thanks for the soup facts.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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16 Jan
I'm a lentil fan too. Full of good stuff! 
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
That's a good one! And a great choice when you have a cold.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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15 Jan
Ah, the best for what ails you! Chicken soup is known for its healing properties.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
1 person likes this
@Marilynda1225 (79936)
• United States
19 Jan
My favorite soup is pea soup. I make my own but when I'm not in the mood to cook I have Progresso pea soup in my pantry.
My other favorite soups are tomato with a grilled cheese sandwich, chicken noodle and vegetable beef
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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20 Jan
I like pea soup also, and chicken noodle. Although I wish they put less noodles and more chicken in the soup.
Tomato goes well with grilled cheese.
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
@mildredtabitha (16077)
• Nairobi, Kenya
15 Jan
I loved reading the fun soup facts. I like chicken soup, cabbage soup, tomato soup and many more.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
Glad you enjoyed them. Those are some healthy soups!
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
-Tomato soup is low in calories and high in potassium and vitamins C, K, and A.
-The most soup served in 8 hours was to 12,695 people in Japan in 2018.
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@mildredtabitha (16077)
• Nairobi, Kenya
18 Jan
@dgobucks226 wow. I appreciate you sharing the facts. I didn't know it adds color to the cheeks. Now there are more reasons to drink soup.
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@dgobucks226 (34405)
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18 Jan
Chicken soup is a favorite for many. And has some healthy benefits too.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.
Other favorite soups: French Onion, Mushroom, Split Pea, Lentil and Vegetable...
Other Soup Facts:
-Soup is filling, aids digestion, adds color to your cheeks and aids sleep.1 person likes this
