A creamier cup is just a few steps away.
Sometimes, getting your soup to be just the right consistency can be tricky.
Here are a few easy ways to thicken soup.
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Cook It Longer
Sometimes soup just needs to simmer longer to reach the perfect consistency.
Check to see if the vegetables are tender, and then taste the broth.
If the soup tastes a bit watery, give it more time.
If the broth tastes well-seasoned and flavorful, use one of the methods below.
Cooking a soup for too long canmake it too salty.
Add Flour Or Cornstarch
you might thicken soup by adding flour,cornstarch, or anotherstarchy substitute.
For the best results, never add flour or cornstarch directly to your soup.
If you do, it will clump up on top.
Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool.
Add a few tablespoons of flour or cornstarch to the bowl and whisk until it’s blended smooth.
Next, bring the soup to a simmer and add the mixture back to the pot.
Don’t dump in the entire mixture at once.
You may thicken your soup too much.
Instead, add a small amount at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
This is a great method to thicken pureed recipes like ourAcorn Squash Soup.
This works especially well with soups that contain starchy vegetables such as potatoes, corn, or even beans.
Return it to the pot and stir.
This will thicken your soup and preserve the chunkiness at the same time.
There are almost unlimited options here, depending on your preferences and what you happen to have on hand.
Possibilities include cream, coconut milk, yogurt, or even pureed avocado.
Yogurt will add tanginess.
Add dairy ingredients when the soup is simmering on low to reduce the chance of curdling.
