🥣 Reheating soup without boiling it: an easy & quick method

Boiling soup often means losing vitamins (especially precious vitamins C and B9), altering the taste, and resulting in a texture that can become grainy or unpleasantly thick. 😳 Boiling broth, mushy vegetables, and evaporated delicate flavors—that's not what we want!

By gently reheating it, you not only preserve its nutritional quality, but you also enjoy a soup with a more subtle aroma, a milder taste, and no burnt aftertaste. Taking your time is good for you! 🥰

• Take the soup out of the fridge a few minutes beforehand to avoid thermal shock.
• Stir before heating : this homogenizes the texture and prevents the soup from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
• Add a little water or stock if the soup has thickened while resting: it will regain its smooth consistency. Use our cl to ml converter for precise measurements!
• Prepare the toppings (seeds, croutons, fresh herbs) separately to add just before serving; they'll stay crispy. 🥗

1. Pour the soup into a clean saucepan, preferably with a thick bottom to prevent sticking.
2. Heat over very low or medium heat, and begin stirring gently with a wooden spoon. No need for a lid.
3. Keep a close eye on the heat: as soon as you see steam escaping or the surface starts to simmer (small bubbles on the side), turn off the heat.
4. Taste it: if it's not hot enough, put it back in for a few seconds, but without taking your eyes off the pan!
5. Add your toppings, a drizzle of olive oil or a dollop of cream, and enjoy! 😋

This method preserves the flavors and benefits of your homemade soup or 100% seasonal homemade soup kit to the maximum!

Yes, it's possible and practical! Simply place your soup in a suitable bowl (without a tight-fitting lid), heat in 20-second intervals at medium power, stirring between each interval. 😊

• Don't fill your bowl too full, it limits spills.
• Watch carefully and stop cooking as soon as the soup starts to steam and small bubbles appear around the edges, but before it boils!
• Stir well, because the heat is not always even in the microwave.

This method is ideal for busy evenings or a lunch break at the office. 🍲🚀

• Avoid heating it too much, otherwise the soup may become mushy or curdle.
• If your soup contains milk or cream, watch it even more closely! Milk boils quickly and can curdle.
• Add the fresh herbs, spices, grated cheese, or cream only at the end to preserve their full flavor. 🌿🧀
• Stir often: that's the secret to even heating and a smooth soup.

Bonus tips: A squeeze of lemon, a little freshly ground pepper or some toasted seeds will give your bowl a boost!

• How many times can I reheat soup? Ideally only once. If you need to reheat it, always do so over low heat and consume it quickly.
• Can you freeze and then reheat soup? Yes! Defrost in the fridge and then reheat without boiling, to preserve the flavor and texture. 🧊
• Why does my soup foam when it heats up? It's often the starch or cream that causes the foaming. Stir well and lower the heat; the foam will disappear.
• Looking for ideas to personalize your reheated soup? Add toppings like seeds, croutons, grated cheese, or a drizzle of flavored oil. For more inspiration, check out these easy soup recipes ! 🥗

Also check out our seasonal guides for more cooking tips and to easily convert your measurements !