There’s something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of homemade soup — especially when it carries the familiar flavours of our childhood in France. As the weather begins to turn and the days grow shorter, more and more people are rediscovering the joy of simple, hearty soups. And guess what? You can recreate those traditional French recipes, even from abroad, thanks to Mon Panier Latin.
A Taste of Home in Every Spoonful
French soups have always been more than just food — they’re a ritual. Whether it was Maman’s velvety leek and potato soup on a school night, or a rich soupe à l’oignon shared on a Sunday evening, soup was the ultimate comfort.
These recipes don’t rely on fancy ingredients. Their magic lies in humble vegetables, quality seasoning, and slow simmering — and of course, that little something that only home cooking brings.
Iconic Soups Worth Recreating
Here are a few classics to warm both your kitchen and your heart:
• Soupe à l’oignon (French onion soup): Deep, caramelised onions cooked in a savoury beef broth, topped with toasted baguette slices and melted cheese. Add a touch of Gruyère or Emmental, both available on our shop.
• Potage poireaux-pommes de terre (Leek and potato soup): Creamy, subtle and nourishing. All you need is leeks, potatoes, a cube of vegetable bouillon, and a splash of UHT crème fraîche.
• Soupe de légumes rustique (Rustic vegetable soup): Made with carrots, turnips, celery, and herbs de Provence — simple and delicious. You can elevate it with a spoonful of pistou or even some small pasta like vermicelles.
• Velouté de potiron (Pumpkin soup): Slightly sweet and silky, perfect for autumn. Add a swirl of crème fluide, a pinch of nutmeg, and voilà.
Soup Is More Than Food, It’s a Feeling
There’s something beautiful about reconnecting with simple meals that make us feel grounded. Soup isn’t just for cold days — it’s for emotional ones too. It’s what we eat when we miss home, when we want to show love, or when we simply want to slow down.
So yes, Mum was right: Eat your soup.
