Soups

This leek and potato soup is smooth, velvety, and gently sweet from the leeks, with a satisfying, creamy body from the potatoes. It is an easy, reliable soup that tastes like it simmered all afternoon, but it comes together quickly on a weeknight. I finish it with a small splash of cream (optional) and a …

Cullen skink is a traditional Scottish soup that brings warmth and comfort to any table with its rich, creamy character. This iconic dish combines smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions in a luxurious broth that’s both humble and elegant. Simple enough for a weeknight supper yet impressive enough for entertaining, cullen skink requires no advanced cooking …

This lemon rice soup is a comforting, silky bowl of warmth with a bright citrus finish. The texture is creamy without being heavy, thanks to gently cooked rice and a delicate egg-lemon blend. It is simple enough for beginners yet elegant in flavour, making it ideal for both everyday meals and light dinners. The total …

This James Martin cauliflower soup is a beautifully smooth and comforting dish with a delicate, creamy texture and a subtle nutty flavour. It’s a simple recipe that delivers impressive results, making it perfect for both beginners and confident home cooks. The soup is gently simmered and blended to create a velvety finish, ideal for chilly …

This James Martin Tomato And Basil Soup is a classic, comforting bowl of soup that highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes and the fresh aroma of basil. It has a smooth, velvety texture with a light richness from olive oil and a gentle savoury depth from slowly cooked vegetables. The recipe is simple and …

James Martin Broccoli And Stilton Soup is a rich, comforting British classic that combines fresh broccoli with the bold, creamy flavour of Stilton cheese. The soup has a smooth, velvety texture with a gentle savoury depth that makes it perfect for a light lunch or starter. It is simple to prepare and uses everyday ingredients, …

This James Martin Carrot and Coriander Soup is a beautifully smooth, comforting bowl of goodness with a gentle sweetness from fresh carrots and a fragrant lift from coriander. The texture is velvety and light, with just enough warmth from subtle seasoning to make it deeply satisfying. It is wonderfully simple to prepare, making it perfect …

This James Martin Celeriac Soup is a beautifully smooth and comforting bowl of warmth, perfect for chilly days or a light starter. The flavour is gently nutty and slightly sweet, with a velvety texture that feels indulgent yet wholesome. It is simple to prepare, making it ideal for beginners, and comes together in around 45 …

This James Martin Minestrone Soup is a hearty Italian-style vegetable soup with a rich tomato base, tender vegetables, and comforting pasta. The texture is thick but spoonable, packed with flavour from slow-simmered vegetables and herbs. It is an easy, one-pot recipe that suits confident beginners and experienced cooks alike. From start to finish, it takes …

This comforting parsnip soup is smooth, gently spiced, and full of natural sweetness from roasted parsnips. Inspired by classic British cooking, it is simple to prepare yet tastes wonderfully luxurious. The texture is velvety without being heavy, making it perfect for lunch or a light supper. It is an easy recipe, ideal for beginners, and …