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Chickpea soup with paprika and chorizo -

It's the sizzling chunks of chorizo sausage that truly lift this easy-to-prepare soup. Add chili flakes for additional heat.

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Tomato soup -

Tomato soup is one of the great culinary standbys. Use fresh tomatoes when you can. Keep them company with a bit of onion, carrot, and celery. Blended together with seasoning, you have one of life's great pleasures ready to eat.

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Courgette soup -

A soup blended from courgette, potato, and onion. Season with stock and nutmeg. Serve with croutons, and enjoy.

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Minestrone soup -

One of the most famous soups in the world, this Italian creation can be made with almost any type of vegetable, with either rice or pasta lending it weight.

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Parsnip soup -

A wonderfully aromatic soup made more so by a garnish of parsnip crisps and thyme.

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Lentils, pasta, and tomato soup -

Packed full of fiber, this super healthy option can be made just by using pantry ingredients. Sign off with grated cheese.

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Chicken and mushroom soup -

You can use chunks of boneless/skinless chicken breast or whole drumsticks to make this flavorsome soup. Similarly, prepare the mushrooms to your liking. Adding cream will thicken the mix. Otherwise, a tasty vegetable stock will do the trick.

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Jerusalem artichoke soup -

The sweet nutty flavor of this dish is all down to the principal ingredient: artichoke. Add garlic, leek, onion, potato, and double cream, and you have the makings of a rather classy broth. Top off with shredded bacon croutons for extra texture.

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Cauliflower soup -

You don't need much to make a creamy cauliflower soup. Blended with butter, this heavenly dish is smooth, rich, and flavorsome. Serve with a garnish of chopped chives.

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Moroccan chickpea soup -

The secret is in the spices—cinnamon, cumin, cayenne pepper, and paprika all help to create this classic North African treat.

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Red lentil soup -

Use split red lentils to make this hearty and filling soup. Add carrot, celery, onion, and a bit of garlic. For a more adventurous flavor experience, drop in some red peppers. A sprig of parsley is a nice finishing touch.

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Butternut squash soup -

A great cold weather option, this thick velvety soup is creamy and delicious. For a more exotic version, infuse with curry powder and coconut milk.

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Chicken and dumpling soup -

A real taste of the country, this homely dumpling broth also consists of potato, celery, carrots, and peas. Delicious!

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Mexican tomato, bean, and bell pepper soup -

Here's one that will get you jumping about. Spicy and packed with goodness, this Mexican staple includes sweet corn, celery, and carrot among the base ingredients.  

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Carrot and ginger soup -

Perfect for anyone with a bit of a cold, this nutritious and low-fat soup's wonder ingredient is ginger. Top with roasted sliced almonds or pine nuts.

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Harira soup -

Classic Moroccan Harira soup is made of tomato, lentils, and chickpeas, but also includes meat. It's traditionally served by Muslims to break the daily fast of Ramadan.

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Rustic vegetable soup -

Just about any vegetable under the sun will work to create this old favorite. For a touch of authenticity, ladle it into a traditional glazed earthenware bowl. 

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Broccoli and green pea soup -

Vibrant and highly nutritious, this vitamin-rich soup is enlivened with a touch of garlic and onion, and really good olive oil!

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Cucumber soup -

Originating in Poland and Lithuania and often eaten cold, this simple soup announces the arrival of spring. Add yogurt for a super creamy taste.

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Cullen skink -

Yep, you'll probably have to Google the name of this soup, but not if you're from Scotland. Cullen skink is a thick Scottish soup made of smoked haddock, potato, and onions.

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Bouillabaisse -

A stew rather than a soup, this classic Provençal fish dish uses many different varieties of fish, slow cooked in a sublime sauce of orange peel, saffron, and fennel.

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Potato soup with black truffle -

For something a bit special, have a go at preparing this earthy concoction: a cream of potato soup with sliced black autumn truffles, served with toasted ciabatta bread.

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Carrot soup -

Quite often less is more, as is the case with this easy and super healthy soup. Try it with croutons and parsley.

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Lentil soup with vegetables -

Another belly-filler bursting with goodness. Use only the freshest of ingredients, and have at hand a sprig of coriander to crown the achievement.

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Prawn tom yum -

A taste of the orient bursting with tangy flavor, this traditional Thai dish includes onion, chili, fish sauce, and brown sugar in the mix.

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Celery soup -

Comforting, affordable, and flavorful, this makes for a healthy veggie lunch or supper. Go mad and serve with wedges of hot, fresh crusty bread.

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Pumpkin soup -

Pumpkin soup is super creamy and super smooth. You can use cream of coconut milk for consistency, and add onion, thyme, garlic, and peppercorns to taste.

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Pea puree soup -

Blended peas and seasoning to taste. How simple is that? Boost by decorating with kale.

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Salmon noodle soup -

Made with salmon chunks and vermicelli noodles, this fragrant soup is enlivened with chili paste and a dash of lime.

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