<p><i>The definitive collection of recipes for soup lovers everywhere.</i></p><p>A good soup nourishes the heart as well the stomach, spreading a feeling of satisfaction and contentment. Hot soup is warming on a winter day, while cold soup is just as welcome in the heat of summer.</p><p>From comforting creamy chicken and rice soup to refreshing gazpacho, <b>300 Sensational Soups</b> offers something for every season, mood and occasion. There are 50 international soups, including Vietnamese pho, Italian wedding soup, and Middle Eastern harira. Soups from the sea include such favorites as snapper in Asian broth with habañero and shrimp, and shrimp and pea soup with lemongrass. Each recipe also includes tips and techniques along with garnishing ideas. As well, there are many creative variations and serving suggestions.</p><p>There is also the Just (Soup) Desserts chapter, which features 20 dessert soups, including coconut soup with mango fritters, chocolate soup with brownie croutons, and chilled cherry soup with crème anglaise swirl.</p><p>With 300 recipes to choose from, ranging from everyday fare to elegant dishes for entertaining, <b>300 Sensational Soups</b> offers home chefs a perfect bowl of soup every time.</p>