On a cold day, there’s nothing better than a warm bowl of soup. Soups are a comfort food for a reason and in winter, they make for great, filling meals. When it comes to soups, homemade ones are the way to go. They’re super easy to make and with these tips, you can make yours even better.
Save Your Bones
Instead of using broth and stocks, fill your pot with water and toss in rinsed bones. Then cook it down low and slow for 12 to 48 hours. This creates a rich, concentrated base for your soup.
Roast Your Ingredients
Brown your meat and vegetables before adding it to your soup to enrich their flavors. For vegetables, roasting them releases their sugars, caramelizing them and making them sweeter.
Add Acid
Give your soup or stew an edge by adding a drop of acid. This can include citrus juices, tomato paste, wine, coffee, beer, or vinegars.
Go Heavy on Seasonings
Herbs, spices, and other seasonings bring out the flavors of the other ingredients. Go heavy on the parsley, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic, onion powder, cilantro, salt, and pepper. To add some heat, use chili powder, cayenne pepper, or smoky paprika.
Add a Starch
Soups are so much tastier when they have carbs in them. Noodles, rice, dumplings, and matzo balls are all great additions.
