Read on for my recipe for Broccoli and Stilton Soup January, Christmas is over, the dreaded diet is looming as my jeans strain to contain my mince thighs. Alas the larder and fridge still groan under the weight of all the festive food still to be consumed. Why do we always assume immanent apocalypse at…
TOMATO SOUP
Like so many people my favourite comfort food since childhood just has to be tomato soup. A hug in a mug. While my Mum was a prolific soup maker she never made tomato soup, that was always left to a certain Mr Heinz and his 57 varieties.
BORSCHT
I love chilled soups in summer and this classic Borscht is one of my all-time favourites. I love using beetroot in everything from salads to chutneys so a classic soup recipe just has to be shared. You also have to admit that it really is rather pretty, pink soup just has summer written all over…
CHILLED PRAWN AND CUCUMBER SOUP
Chilled soups are wonderful in summer, I love serving them at a supper party or just for indulging myself at lunch time whilst sitting amongst the flowers. This chilled prawn and cucumber soup is just perfect for a bit of summer time chillin’.
WATERCRESS AND SPINACH SOUP
I love soup at any time of year and this watercress and spinach soup has all the taste of springtime with fresh watercress and the lovely young spinach leaves that are available just now. Vibrant and green it looks just as healthy as it is.
Pea and Lentil Soup
Pea and lentil soup is comfort food at it’s best, a hug in a mug if you choose to serve it casual style while curled up in front of the fire on a cold winter’s day. Soup is the perfect lunch for me at this time of year, warming and hearty and with a piece…
Spiced Carrot And Cauliflower Soup
Spiced carrot and cauliflower soup is the perfect hug in a mug comfort food for a chilly day. It’s curl up by the fire, feet up in front of the telly or snuggled down with a good book sort of comfort food, this is slow down and take some time to yourself soup. I think…
Roasted Aubergine Soup
Roasted aubergine soup is comforting, warming and healthy too; a great way to start the New Year. Soup is my go-to lunch throughout the winter months and I’m always trying new ideas and recipes. With it’s aubergines, peppers and oregano and thyme this is a bit of a Greek style soup and is rather apt…
