This book provides more than 70 delicious and healthy recipes for vegetarian soups, broths and chowders. It is lavishly illustrated with over 250 stunning colour photographs, including a shot of every finished soup to show the cook exactly what to aim for. An informative reference section provides essential information on vegetable and vegetarian ingredients and soup-and stock-making techniques. This book includes complete nutritional information for every recipe so you can plan for special eating requirements or diets. Perfect for both appetizers and main meals, vegetarian soups are a healthy, delicious and satisfying option for any occasion whether you are vegetarian or not. This beautiful volume is packed with more than 70 mouthwatering recipes for fabulous vegetable soups, from light and refreshing dishes to chunky vegetable chowders and filling pasta and noodle winter warmers. Whether you want an elegant appetizer, a healthy nutritious lunch, a filling supper or a warm winter family broth for outdoor festival entertaining, there's a recipe here for you, including all the expert advice and guidance to make it successfully first time.