Soups

Nothing is more refreshing than a chilled soup on a hot summer’s day. Creamy coconut milk contrasts with Thai curry paste, chilli and lime in this vibrant green gazpacho. Serve it for lunch or as a supper party starter

Known as lohikeitto in Finland, this rich chowder-style soup is a breeze to make. The perfect starter for a chilly February evening, it’s like a warm, comforting hug in a bowl

This hearty veggie soup will warm you up on a chilly day

French onion soup’s more glamorous cousin, this potage somehow manages to be both delicate and rich – the perfect way to start a smart winter supper. You could make the toasts more crouton-like by brushing bread slices with oil and baking in the oven until crisp, but a quick blast in the toaster is a good, low-energy compromise

One of Scotland’s best-loved dishes, cullen skink is a rich, creamy fish soup made from smoked haddock, potatoes, onions and milk

Part soup, part stew, this is proper comfort food at its best – a bowlful is definitely substantial enough for dinner

All cooked in the same pan, this soupy version of the Italian classic makes a family-friendly meal on a frosty evening

Serve this smoky, velvety soup in roasted squash ‘cauldrons’

Minestrone lends itself to a wide range of veg, whatever the season. Here the inclusion of some pulses, and a mixture of nuts and herbs broadens out the range of nutrients