Home made vegetable soup may be made with the simplest of ingredients and taste great. Experiment by varying the ingredients; use what you have in the store cupboard to avoid wasting food. The addition of an herb or spice can transform a simple soup into a real gourmet dish.
Homemade soup is a great, healthy way to include fresh vegetables in a delicious recipe, and, if you watch the ingredients, it can be a satisfying, low-fat meal in itself.
Homemade soup is just one example of a simple way to to save money on food while eating well.
Experimentation is the key, both to make the most of what you have in your store cupboard or garden, and also to best suit the tastes of your family.
Here are a few ideas to get you started: