Whatever vegetables you use, bug beater soup seems to warm and nourish, especially if you are feeling ‘under the weather’ or a cold/flu is threatening to take hold.

When courgettes are abundant in the garden and farmers’ markets, this vibrant green pea and courgette zucchini soup is a great way to use up some of the bounty.

Homemade tasty tomato soup is much nicer than any commercially produced tomato soup, and of course when you make it yourself, you know what is in it.

Easy midweek meals are a necessity in many busy households, and this bacon wrapped chicken with quinoa is one of my favourites.

This broccoli and leek soup is full of flavour. As a matter of fact, it’s hard to believe that so few ingredients can result in a soup this good!

Chicken stock made with bones is a good old-fashioned flavour boost for your soups, stews, sauces, gravy, casseroles and risottos. It’s really easy to make in your Thermomix and can be a wonderful natural pick-me-up if you are feeling a little under the weather.

This lovely smooth rich wild mushroom velvet soup is a doddle to make, will definitely impress, and is excellent served as a starter.