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Cooke Tavern
Soup Mixes
"I’m always searching for products that feel like home — the kind of things you’d proudly serve to family, gift to a friend, or keep in your pantry for those chilly Carolina evenings. Cooke Tavern Soup Mixes checked every box for me."
Jeff-Owner & Curator
Cooke Tavern Soup Mixes
These mixes are small‑batch, thoughtfully crafted, and full of honest, hearty flavor. What I love most is how they make homemade soup effortless without sacrificing that slow‑simmered taste we all crave. Add a few fresh ingredients, and suddenly you’ve got a pot of comfort on the stove and a house that smells like someone’s been cooking all afternoon.
Mi Madre Marla's Chicken Tortilla Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A cozy, zesty favorite with a touch of Southwestern charm.
Our Mi Madre Marla's Chicken Tortilla Soup Mix brings together a lively blend of freeze‑dried corn and quick‑cook black beans for a flavorful, filling bowl that comes together in no time. Add crushed tomatoes with chilies or jalapeños if you’re feeling bold and a bit of chicken for a hearty, crowd‑pleasing meal that tastes like it simmered all afternoon.
Serve it alongside warm cornbread or your favorite tacos for a festive, comforting Mexican‑inspired supper. It’s the perfect mix of easy preparation and big, satisfying flavor… a true “olé” moment in every bowl.
Barn Raising Country Vegetable Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A wholesome, old‑fashioned favorite inspired by simple country suppers.
Our Barn Raising Country Vegetable Soup Mix is packed with a colorful medley of garden vegetables that cook down into a rich, comforting broth. It’s the kind of hearty, homespun goodness that feels like gathering around a long farmhouse table after a day well spent.
Just add your favorite stock and a few fresh ingredients to create a warm, nourishing pot of soup that tastes like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Serve with crusty bread or a skillet of cornbread for a true country‑style meal that brings everyone together.
A timeless, feel‑good classic — easy to make, wonderfully filling, and curated to bring a touch of rustic comfort to your home.
Sweet Annie's Butternut Squash Bisque Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A velvety, autumn‑inspired classic with comforting, homemade charm.
Sweet Annie’s Butternut Squash Bisque is one of those soups that feels like wrapping up in your favorite sweater. This mix blends smooth butternut squash with gentle spices to create a creamy, elegant bisque that tastes like it came straight from a country kitchen.
Just add a few simple ingredients to bring out its naturally sweet, earthy flavor. The result is a beautifully balanced bowl — rich, soothing, and perfect for cool evenings, holiday gatherings, or a cozy supper at home.
Serve with warm bread, a crisp salad, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for a touch of rustic sophistication. It’s small‑batch comfort at its finest, curated to bring a little magic to your table.
Yankee Doodle Chicken Noodle
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A timeless, feel‑good classic with all the comfort of home.
Yankee Doodle Chicken Noodle Soup Mix brings back the simple joy of a steaming bowl of old‑fashioned chicken noodle soup. This hearty blend features tender noodles, garden vegetables, and savory seasonings that cook into a rich, soothing broth — the kind that warms you from the inside out.
Just add chicken and a few pantry staples to create a wholesome, homemade meal that tastes like it’s been passed down through generations. Perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or anyone needing a little extra comfort.
Serve with warm rolls or a crisp salad for a classic, all‑American supper that never goes out of style. It’s easy, nourishing, and curated to bring a touch of nostalgic goodness to your table.
Black Smith's Black Bean Chili
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A bold, comforting classic with a touch of Southwestern warmth.
This traditional, medium‑spiced chili brings together nutritious quick‑cook black beans and lively south‑of‑the‑border seasonings for a flavor that chili lovers can’t resist. Add crushed tomatoes and your favorite ground meat, then let it simmer into a rich, hearty pot the whole family will enjoy.
It’s the kind of satisfying, slow‑simmered comfort that fills the house with warmth — and the leftovers are even better. Spoon it over greens or tortilla chips for a fantastic taco salad that stretches the flavor into another delicious meal.
A cozy, crowd‑pleasing favorite curated for easy, homemade comfort at The Vintage Nest Home & Gifts.
Henna Marie's Potato Cheese Soup
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A creamy, old‑fashioned comfort that feels like home.
Henna Marie’s Potato Cheese Soup Mix blends tender potatoes with a smooth, savory cheese base to create a bowl of pure, heartwarming comfort. It’s the kind of rich, velvety soup that brings back memories of family kitchens, chilly evenings, and second helpings.
Just add a few simple ingredients to transform this mix into a thick, satisfying pot of goodness. Each spoonful delivers cozy, homemade flavor without the fuss — perfect for busy nights, snowy weekends, or anyone craving a little extra warmth.
Serve with crusty bread, a sprinkle of bacon, or a handful of shredded cheese for an irresistible, country‑style meal. Curated for The Vintage Nest Home & Gifts, it’s small‑batch comfort at its most delicious.
Candlelight Corn Chowder
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A beloved classic that started it all.
Candlelight Corn Chowder is the recipe that launched the Cooke Tavern legacy and it’s been the #1 best‑selling soup for more than a decade. Featured on the Today Show with Giada De Laurentiis and Al Roker, this signature chowder has earned its place as a true customer favorite.
What makes it unforgettable is its “fresh off the cob” flavor, created with only the finest super‑sweet freeze‑dried corn. Each pot simmers into a creamy, golden bowl of comfort that feels like home, whether you’re feeding the family or savoring a quiet evening in.
Simple to prepare, beautifully packaged, and full of small‑batch goodness, it’s a timeless classic curated to bring warmth and ease to your table.
Viola French Onion
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A cozy, bistro‑style classic with rich, savory depth.
Serve up a five‑star soup du jour with this beautifully balanced blend of French onion flavors. Each pot simmers into a warm, aromatic broth that feels straight out of a charming Parisian café. For the perfect presentation, load each bowl with crisp croutons and melty gruyère cheese, then broil until golden and bubbling.
Elegant, comforting, and wonderfully simple to prepare — a small‑batch delight curated to bring a touch of European warmth to your table. Bon appétit.
Ten Shilling Sherried Mushroom
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A rich, woodland‑inspired classic with a touch of refined charm.
Teen Shilling Sherried Mushroom Soup Mix is loaded with freeze‑dried button mushrooms, hearty wild rice, and a beautifully balanced blend of herbs and spices that come together in an easy, 30‑minute simmer. Add broth, cream, celery, and a splash of sherry, and you’ll have a velvety, gourmet soup that tastes like it came straight from an upscale country inn.
Serve it as an elegant appetizer for ten or as a comforting main dish for eight. Each bowl delivers deep, earthy flavor with a hint of sophistication — a true small‑batch delight curated to bring warmth and refinement to your table.
Tomato Bisque Soup
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A timeless classic with rich, garden‑fresh flavor.
This Tomato Bisque Soup Mix brings gourmet flair to a beloved, old‑fashioned favorite. Inspired by Farmer Al and his spectacular tomato garden, this recipe celebrates the bright, sun‑ripened flavor of truly great tomatoes. As the ingredients rehydrate, the aroma blooms and the flavors deepen, creating a vibrant, comforting bisque that tastes like it simmered straight from the garden.
Simply add broth, diced tomatoes, and a splash of cream to transform this mix into a silky, soul‑warming bowl of goodness. Elegant enough for guests and easy enough for weeknights, it’s a culinary nod to a time‑honored classic — curated to bring warmth, color, and homemade charm to your table.
Pioner Split Pea Soup
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A hearty, winter‑ready classic with rich, comforting flavor.
Pioneer Split Pea Soup Mix brings together creamy butternut squash, tender carrots, and a touch of ginger, all rounded out with a hint of nutmeg for that perfect cold‑weather warmth. Each pot simmers into a rich, velvety soup that feels both wholesome and deeply satisfying — the kind of comfort that carries you through the winter season.
Simply add broth, potatoes, and a cup of cream to transform this mix into a delicious, nutritious meal the whole family will love. It’s easy to prepare, beautifully balanced, and full of that homemade charm curated especially for The Vintage Nest Home & Gifts.
Colonel Maxwell's Minestrone
Cooke Tavern Soup Mix
A classic Italian zuppa with rich, rustic flavor.
Colonel Maxwell’s Minestrone Soup Mix brings the heart of traditional Italian cooking straight to your kitchen. This robust blend of freeze‑dried zucchini, pinto beans, carrots, pasta, and aromatic spices captures the comforting aromas of family kitchens throughout the Italian countryside.
Simply add crushed tomatoes, cabbage, and sausage to create a hearty, soul‑warming pot of minestrone that tastes like it’s been simmering all afternoon. Each bowl is colorful, nourishing, and deeply satisfying — a true celebration of rustic Italian tradition.
It’s an easy, flavorful way to bring a little old‑world comfort to your table.