Discover Rachel Allen's timeless collection of recipes for soups, breads, garnishes, stocks and more.

In this love-letter to the world's most ubiquitous dish, acclaimed TV chef, cookery writer and renowned teacher, Rachel Allen, explores everything soup has to offer. Whether as a starter or main dish, a quick fix or a leisurely indulgence, to nourish a cold or heal a broken heart, or to feed yourself, your family or a crowd of friends, there is a soup for every occasion. With Rachel's expert guidance you can learn the classics and then expand your horizons, with delicious, achievable, heart-warming recipes you'll turn to time and time again.

Recipes include:- Carrot and harissa soup with za'atar croutons- Chunky chickpea and chorizo broth- Italian wedding soup- Japanese chicken and udon noodle broth - Watermelon gazpacho- Nordic salmon and dill soup- Fish ball laksa- Lamb and pearl barley broth - West African peanut soup- Pork and fennel meatball soupRachel also shares easy recipes for fresh homemade breads, as well as clever garnishes, essential stocks, and a wealth of tips on equipment, batch-cooking, freezing, and presentation. Just as every cook needs good soup in their repertoire, this book will be a must-have source of inspiration for every kitchen shelf. ________'You can always trust Rachel Allen to deliver recipes that taste as good as they look' Good Housekeeping