I eat soup year-round. I love to make soup in the slow cooker on the weekends in the winter. It makes the house smell great all day, giving it a cozy feel. I also love nothing more than opening a can of soup in the middle of summer when it's so dang hot that I can't bear the thought of cooking anything. This collection has some great ideas for changing things up a bit. I like when I can make more than one meal out of something and this book gave me several ideas for turning leftovers into soup or turning a soup into an ingredient in my next meal. It also opened my mind to new ideas of what to add to a soup. Why did I ever stop at boring saltines? I'm looking at my pantry ingredients in a whole new way!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this book. This book is full of wonderful soup recipes, just in time for fall and winter. So many good recipes, I tried a couple and my family loved them!

When I saw soup in the title, and for every season at that, I just had to take a look!

Included:
* Contents: introduction; how to use this book; equipment guide; flavor guide; and serving and storing.
* Recipes (85+!): broken up by season along with soup enhancers and accompaniments.
* Repurposing your leftover soup with: 1) Quick Fixes that are small adjustments to bring new flavors to the soup you’ve got lingering in the fridge and 2) New Twists that are completely new recipes you can make out of your leftover soup.
* To incorporate meat in to any of the soup recipes, there are four easy meat accompaniment recipes: candied bacon, spicy shrimp, shredded chicken, and mini meatballs.
* Index: alphabetized by ingredients.

My favorite recipes (thus far!) are:
* Chipotle Cocoa Three-Bean Chili
* White Bean Chili
* Caramelized Spring Onion Ramen
* Smoky French Lentil Soup with White Balsamic Reduction
* Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette & Verde Sauce

This is a great cookbook with wonderful recipes and beautiful pictures. I can't wait to try more! Oh, and I will definitely take a look at the author’s other two cookbooks!

Thank you NetGalley and Chronicle Books for the advance reader’s copy from uncorrected proofs.

"Every Season Is Soup Season" is an absolute treasure for anyone who appreciates the warmth and comfort of a delicious bowl of soup. This cookbook, authored by Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, the brilliant mind behind "Platters and Boards," includes an exceptional collection of versatile recipes that has earned every bit of its five-star rating.

With over 85 go-to soup recipes, this book caters to all tastes and seasons. From soul-soothing broths to refreshing gazpachos, hearty chowders to spicy chilis, it covers the entire spectrum of soup lovers' cravings. What sets this cookbook apart from competitors is its flexibility. The base recipes are not only simple to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, making them ideal for everyday cooking.

What in my opinion is the most exciting aspect of this book is the endless possibilities it offers for creativity. You can easily personalize your soup by adding a variety of toppings and fixings. Whether it's grilled cheese croutons, or a handful of grains, you can easily transform your soup into a unique culinary masterpiece. The Worcel's inventive spirit is truly commendable, with unique recipes like Carrot-Orange-Ginger Soup reimagined as savory breakfast oatmeal and Tomato-Watermelon Gazpacho repurposed into a refreshing pitcher of Bloody Marias.

The visual beauty of "Every Season Is Soup Season" is undeniable, with over 100 beautiful photographs that will leave you craving a steaming bowl of soup. Also, the bonus section on soup accompaniments, featuring an array of breads, salads, and slaws, is the cherry on top of the already delightful culinary experience.

In summary, this cookbook is a one-stop shop for soup enthusiasts and anyone seeking simple, incredibly delicious recipes that transcend seasons. "Every Season Is Soup Season" is a culinary masterpiece that ensures that every day truly is a good day for soup. It has earned its well-deserved five stars with ease.

Where I live the temperatures are still quite warm. Nonetheless, fall is coming and that is when I start to think about soup. This book definitely piqued my interest, especially with its reminder that soup is a meal for all seasons.

Warning! The photos in this book will make you hungry. Within these pages, in addition to the luscious photos, there are over 85 soup recipes. Before getting to those there are several helpful sections, for example, on storing and freezing soup. The recipes that follow are organized by season. Just two examples from each, beginning with fall: Caramelized Cabbage Barley Stew, Butternut Squash & Mushroom Lasagna Soup, French Onion Soup, Chipotle Three-Bean Chili, Spring Vegetable Chowder, Chilled Strawberry-Rhubarb Champagne Soup wit Olive Oil Cake, Dark Chocolate S’more Soup, and Corn & Roasted Potato Soup. The recipes have clear directions and some look pretty easy.

This book is one that would make a great gift. There are so many yummy sounding soups in these pages.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

Soup is one of my all time favorite foods so I couldn't resist reading this one. The recipes sound delicious and unique. I can't wait to try them all. I love that the soups are all vegetarian but there are optional suggestions to add meat to each soup. The author of this cookbook is a genius and also provides recipes to make with the leftover soup the next day. There's nothing worse than wasting leftover soup but sometimes you've had your fill of it.

Every Season Is Soup Season by Shelly Westerhausen Worcel has created a mouth watering meat free with 85+ recipes for soups, soup fixings, and more. Along with it are 100 beautiful photos.
This cookbook has easy to make recipes for any occasion of any season.
With detailed recipes, tips for batching and freezing everyone will love making these delicious veggie recipes!
I’m most excited to try the onion soup! Plus many more.



"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and Chronicle Books for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

This book of soup recipes is organized by season, thus taking advantage of seasonal crops. The other unique thing about this cookbook is that each soup recipe is followed by one or more recipes that incorporate leftover soup. For instance, Smoky French Lentil Soup with White Balsamic Reduction can be used another day to make a Rice & Lentil Pilaf. I also liked the fact that there are instructions for storing each soup after cooking. The recipes are unique and hearty, yet are healthy with little animal fat. I loved that each recipe was accompanied by a photo of the soup/dish. That's one of my "must haves" for any cookbook. If I can't see it, I won't try the recipe. This would be a great book for anyone who likes to use vegetables at hand from their garden or local market.
Thank you NetGalley and Chronicle Books for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

I love soup, so this title immediately grabbed my attention with the beautiful pictures of soups on the cover. Many days soup is a full meal for me. I was thinking when I picked it up that I would love to find a recipe for sausage and lentil soup, and a few others.

Description:
Every day is a good day for soup! From broths and gazpachos to chowders and chilis, this flexible cookbook is overflowing with scrumptious soups for every season. These simple base recipes for healthy, yummy soups are easy to prepare and so satisfying. And the best part? You can riff on them endlessly with toppings and fixings—add mini meatballs, grilled cheese croutons, or a handful of grains. Or transform yesterday’s soup into an entirely new Carrot-Orange-Ginger Soup becomes a savory breakfast oatmeal; leftover Tomato-Watermelon Gazpacho makes a pitcher of Bloody Marias; French Onion Soup is reinvented as a bubbling, golden strata!

Soup lovers, healthy eaters, and busy parents and professionals will love these veggie-forward recipes that never get old and make weeknight cooking a breeze. Tips for batching and freezing soups and instructions for using an Instant Pot or a slow cooker ensure stress-free meals, with less time in the kitchen and more time at the table. With gorgeous photography and a bonus section on soup accompaniments (think breads, salads, and slaws), Every Season Is Soup Season is a one-stop-shop cookbook. Everyday soups have never been so simple—or so incredibly delicious.

My thoughts:
I didn't find the soup recipes I wanted right away in this book, however I found many ideas for other soups. I didn't realize when I picked it up that all the recipes were for vegetarian soups; the book does give tips on how you can add various meats to the soup recipes, so that was good. I loved the way the book showed after each recipe how you could turn the soup into an entirely different dish for another time. There are lots of beautiful pictures, which is nice because I like to see what something looks like before I take the time to make the dish. The recipes were grouped into the seasons of the year the author felt the soup would be most appreciated. Some of the recipes seemed kind of exotic to me and sometimes I just like basic, hearty soups. This is a good book to keep in the kitchen that provides some great soup ideas.

Thanks to Chronicle Books through Netgalley for an advance copy.

A MUST HAVE cookbook! It is the coolest concept I’ve come across- recipe 1 is a delicious soup. I made Gruyère, Cauliflower, and Potato Soup. Recipe 2 is a way to use leftover soup to transform it into a new creation. I turned my soup into biscuits and gravy topped with 7 minute eggs. DELICIOUS. Saves money on night 2. And shakes up your favorite tastes.

This cookbook was truly unique and something different for me. It’s not just another basic cookbook it’s creative and full of so many new ideas that will soon become your favorites. This book was packed with delicious soups along with fun food pairing and creative meals. There wonderful soup recipes and then some added meals to accompany the soup. The author also included cooking advice and guides. Even a flavor guide and tips on serving. There was something special for every season. My favorites from the book are the Roasted Tomato Soup, the Dark Chocolate S’more soup, Loaded Quinoa Burgers and the Triple-Chocolate Rye Brownies. Wonderful pictures show just what to expect from your creations. Soup is a comfort to me,no matter the season and makes me think of my mom and home. This book was so creative and fun and gave me so many new ideas for soup meals. I received as an ARC and I can’t wait to buy and give to my mom. You will enjoy this beautiful cookbook.

One of the reasons I don’t often make a big pot of soup is that there are just two of us and we don’t like to eat the same thing day after day. Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, in her excellent cookbook, Every Season Is Soup Season: 85+ Souper-Adaptable Recipes to Batch, Share, Reinvent, and Enjoy, has come up with solutions to that dilemma, and makes it possible for those with small families or those who shun leftovers to reinvent the soups into different equally mouthwatering dishes.

One thing that is helpful is a page on troubleshooting soup problems, such as too thin or too salty. There are also instructions on storing and freezing soup. Every recipe has helpful hints on adding meat or changing flavors, as well as most have a second or third recipe using the soup in a new dish. All of the recipes aren’t savory; rather, there are also a few dessert soups. All have innovative ways to use up the leftovers. There is also a chapter on soup enhancers such as broth, sauces, croutons, and toppings.

A favorite thing about this cookbook is that there are beautiful, professional photographs that make every soup (as well as the other recipes) look mouthwatering. The soups are garnished and look very appetizing. Other photos include the landscape surrounding where the author lives. Beautiful.

All told, this is one soup cookbook that is unique. The author has a good imagination and makes soups and other dishes that will appeal to everyone. The recipes are easy to follow, and I anticipate using it often.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

I found this to be a really unique soup book. The soup recipes are in chapters by season. Then almost all of the soups have one (and sometimes two) additional recipes to make a completely new dish using some of the leftover soup. All of the soups and revamp recipes have color photos. The intro section has a lot of good info, including how to fix common issues (i.e. too salty or thin). The final two chapters are Enhancers (sauces, toppings) and Accompaniments (salads and bread type items).
Lots of seasonal items and fresh veggies. I can see this book giving lots of inspiration, and I just love the idea of turning leftovers into a totally new recipe.

The first recipe I tried was the homemade roasted vegetable broth. There are a lot of ingredients but it is so worth the effort. That is a beautiful broth. I cannot wait to use it in the soups I will be trying next. The Smoked Paprika tortilla soup is amazing! The green romesco sauce is so good. My husband loved the summer garden minestrone. There are lots of pictures which I really enjoy. I like knowing how the recipe is supposed to look. It is more than soup, there are sandwiches, salads and burgers too.

This cookbook has so many great features! For one, every recipe starts out vegetarian but also has adaptations to make it with meat as well.

The stunning food photography will inspire you to make a yummy soup no matter what season it is.

Soup is my favorite food group, so Shelly Westerhausen Worcel’s recipe compendium, “Every Season is Soup Season,” is a true hit with me. Like me, it’s never too hot, even in the stifling dog days of an Alabama summer, when a bowl of soup doesn’t satisfy my taste buds. I’m always in the zone for some good to the tummy soup.

Although, Worcel is a vegetarian, and all of her recipes are meat-free, she graciously provides a meat-protein footnote recommendation for those of us who enjoy a little extra ump with our veggies, broth, beans and cheese. In addition, she is a waste not, want not type of cook, and I really appreciate that. Her intriguing cookbook includes recipes on how to use leftover soup in ingenious other recipes.

Examples of her originality include White Bean Chili (one of my all-time favorites) as the primary recipe, followed by a White Bean Tater Tot Hot Dish made with any unused chili—although that would probably never be the case at our house! Each of her primary recipes includes at least one, if not more suggested variations on using leftovers—and that’s not including freezing nor gifting friends with containers of yummy goodness. This is an original and well thought-through approach to cooking, especially in a tight economy where wastefulness is poor choice for all of us.

TheBookMaven graciously thanks NetGalley, Author Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, and Publisher Chronicle Books for this advanced reader’s copy (ARC) for review.

Every Season is Soup Season is a 'comfort' cooking book. It is a perfect cookbook to gift to soup lovers. The book has tummy-filling and tasting soup recipes, along with recipes for the side dishes. The recipes in this book can be used to make a complete meal. The book also lists meat options for meat lovers. The pictures look colorful and appetizing. I am planning to purchase this book to gift to my local library.

Perfect for everyone who loves soup. The cookbook has great seasonal soup recipes and tips for how to fix common mistakes.

"Every Season is Soup Season" is a delightful culinary journey that earns a solid four out of five stars from me. The book's visual appeal is undeniable, thanks to its stunning pictures that vividly capture the essence of each dish. However, my only wish is that there were more soup recipes included, as they are the true star of the show. While the other recipes are still enjoyable, the focus on soups is what truly shines in this collection. Overall, a fantastic addition to any food lover's library, with just a minor longing for more of the delectable soups that make the book shine.

Every Season Is Soup Season by Shelly Westerhausen Worcel contains delicious soup recipes. For every season and for every palette. Full of some easy recipes and some a bit more complicated. Side dishes are just as good.
Easy to follow.