To make a comforting corn soup, start by sautéing chopped onions and garlic in a bit of butter until they become soft and fragrant. Add sweet corn kernels—fresh, frozen, or canned—and cook for a few minutes to enhance their flavor.

To make a comforting corn soup, start by sautéing chopped onions and garlic in a bit of butter until they become soft and fragrant. Add sweet corn kernels—fresh, frozen, or canned—and cook for a few minutes to enhance their flavor. Pour in vegetable or chicken broth, bring it to a boil, then let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Blend part or all of the soup to achieve your desired texture, and stir in a splash of cream for added richness, if you like. Finish with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of herbs or chili flakes for a warm, cozy bowl of goodness.

Make a delicious mushroom soup, start by sautéing chopped onions and garlic in butter or olive oil until fragrant. Add sliced mushrooms and thyme, cooking them until they’re browned and tender.

Pour in vegetable or chicken broth, bring it to a boil, then let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Blend part or all of the soup to achieve your desired texture, and stir in a splash of cream for added richness, if you like. Finish with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of herbs or chili flakes for a warm, cozy bowl of goodness.

Sear chicken breasts until golden and cooked through. Melt butter, sauté minced garlic, then add herbs and pour over chicken. Simmer briefly, serve hot with pan juices spooned on top.