The Soups of France

by Lois Anne Rothert, Don Smith (Photographer)

In France, a nation of small villages, an incredible variety of soups have evolved over time, with cherished family recipes handed down from generation to generation. The Soups of France uncovers those recipes, many still enjoyed today, others long forgotten. From famed Pot-au-Feu and Bouillabaisse to Baratxuri Salda, a spicy Basque broth of garlic, sausage, and red pepper, and the Dordognes Sobronade, ham and bean soup, each of the 90-plus recipes celebrates a melting pot of flavor. Rich with glorious photographs illustrating the lush countryside, quaint villages, and vibrant marketplaces, The Soups of France is a delightful culinary ramble. A labor of love on an art the French take for granted, this is a treasure no true collection of cookery books should be without.

Genres: Cookbooks, Food

224 pages, Hardcover

First published August 1, 2002

Reviews

[Xinma]

Traditional soups relied heavily on potatoes. Still, the book was a pleasant read, & there were quite a few recipes that work well, either as written, if that's your thing, or as springboards. I enjoyed the regional data.

[Jena · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful book in and of itself...the recipes are also wonderful.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good thorough resource on a very specific topic. Very good information on the history of the soups from various regions of France.