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A creamy and comforting winter soup full of flavour and perfect for a cold day.

This is a wholesome winter soup which is both economical and easy to make. Take it up a level by adding crispy bacon or shredded ham.

A delicious autumnal soup which is a great way to use the pumpkin flesh after Halloween. Recommend toasting the seeds to sprinkle on top too

Celeriac, also known as celery root, is a versatile winter root vegetable. Try this delicious creamy soup served with homemade croutons.

A comforting soup made with coconut milk and a hint of chilli. Roasting the squash brings out the sweetness of this delicious vegetable.

This easy-to-make soup is from the Alsace region of France bordering Germany in the north east. It reflects a fusion of the two cuisines.

A vibrant and easy soup which uses a packet of frozen peas and very little else. Add crispy bacon or shredded ham for texture and substance.

This traditional soup is eaten throughout Eastern Europe and there are a number of variations. Delicious served with sour cream on top.

This tends to get made when I have a glut of courgettes and tomatoes in the garden! It then gets frozen and served for lunch on a cold day

A variation on the traditional minestrone soup but just as Italian and a meal in itself served with warm fresh bread. One of my favourites,

This tasty and healthy soup is one that I usually make in early January to use up that slab of Stilton cheese left over from Christmas.

A tasty carrot soup and one of my favourites, handed down from my mother. It is something she made in large quantities for the freezer.

Croûtons are an essential accompaniment to a winter soup or a summer salad. And they are so quick and easy to make.