Making homemade soup is a wonderful way to show family and friends how much you care. Also without the preservatives and fresh ingredients it is much more healthier than canned soups.

Many food historians believe that soup was one of the first meals ever cooked and probably the first item served in restaurants. Soup came from the word ‘Sop’ which was broth poured on top of bread was called during the middle ages. Supper also comes from the word Sop as in those times the evening meal was the lightest meal.

Soup is the perfect comfort food and has many health benefits such as helping us recover from illnesses quicker and giving us a feeling of fulness on less calories.

Here are some soup recipes to try: