Soup

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Mainly liquid food. Soup is mostly liquid, which makes it different from stews or solid meals. The liquid part is really important because it carries all the flavors and makes the dish warm and comforting to eat.

Cooked together. To make soup, you cook meat and vegetables together with a flavorful liquid called stock, broth, milk, or just water. This cooking process helps all the flavors blend together into something delicious.

Hot or cold. Most soups are served warm or hot, which feels great especially on cold days. But some soups, like gazpacho, are actually served chilled and taste refreshing on hot summer days.

Many types exist. Soup has lots of cousins with fancy names like bisque, consommé, and potage. Each type has its own special way of being made, but they're all mainly liquid and delicious.

Meat or vegetables. You can make soup with meat, vegetables, or both mixed together. The ingredients cook slowly in the liquid, making everything tender and full of flavor.