Go way beyond the basics with this gorgeous chef's compendium of delicious, satisfying soups and stews!

Snap out of your same old soup and stew recipe routine with hundreds of new and exciting takes on the classics--and some creative concoctions that will surely become family favorites.

Inspired by both his home state of Maine and global cuisines, Chef Derek Bissonnette's Soup features:

• 300+ Easy-to-Follow Recipes that will guide you to remarkable results
• Mouth-Watering Photography and detailed illustrations that walk you through culinary tools and techniques
• Recipes for all Palates - it doesn't matter if you're an omnivore, gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan
• Family-Friendly Recipes designed to be ready in 30 minutes or less
• 20+ Chilled and Dessert Soups
• A Comprehensive History of Soup

Whether you are planning a casual family dinner, or a formal dinner for 20--this cookbook will help elevate your soups.

The Ultimate Cookbook series:

• Provides a comprehensive guide to all things food - from ingredient specific to ethnic cuisine to historical facts and information
• Inspires your culinary art skills with beautiful images and easy to follow instructions
• Perfect for the chefs, home cooks, or foodies in your life
• Makes a great holiday gift for friends, family, or loved ones

Sharpen your skills and feed your appetite with additional cookbooks in the series.