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300 Sensational Soups

by Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds

Description
A definitive collection of recipes for soup lovers everywhere.
Soup is not just another dish. According to veteran cookbook authors Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds, "Soup is comfort in a bowl, love on a spoon, satisfaction simmering on the stove." Nothing makes a house feel and taste more like home than a pot of freshly made soup.

‘300 Sensational Soups’ is an easy-to-use cookbook, perfect for all experienced levels and appetites. The book is divided into 10 chapters that cover a range of topics, including Stock Basics, Fresh from the Garden Vegetable Soups, Hearty Soups for Meat Lovers, Go Fish: Fish and Shellfish Soups, A World of Soups, Chow Down Chowders, and Gilding the Lily: Toppings and Garnishes.

Most recipes can be made from common home pantry and refrigerator items, making soup the perfect solution for quick meals, impromptu gatherings, and out-of-town holiday guests.

While many people think of soup as an appetizer or one-pot-meal, Deeds and Snyder prove soup can satisfy a sweet tooth, too. The just Desserts chapter offers more than 20 recipes — decadent concoctions of fresh fruits, liquors, and chocolates.

Each recipe also includes tips and techniques along with garnishing ideas. As well, there are many creative variations and serving suggestions.

About the Authors
Carla Snyder is a caterer, artisan baker and food writer who has also taught cooking. She lives in Cleveland, Ohio. Carla and Meredith have co-authored three other cookbooks, including the James Beard Award-nominated The Big Book of Appetizers.

Meredith Deeds teaches cooking classes and has written extensively about food. She lives in Piano, Texas.