A well-prepared soup produces a definite feeling of well-being. Although a seemingly simple and health-promoting dish, soups are not always as nourishing as one would think. Christine McFadden's 'main meal' soups, however, are a different story. By using a wide range of fresh, appetising ingredients it is possible to produce satisfying hearty soups which provide all the nutrients necessary for good health, without having to spend too long in the kitchen. Even the simplest of soups can be transformed into a main meal by the addition of pulses, grains, cheese and morsels of meat or fish.
