What could be more comforting than a pot of soup simmering on the stove? From author, cooking instructor and private chef Catherine Walthers, this beautiful book offers inventive and nourishing soup and side pairings for every season, making the most of local produce and ingredients, and offering valuable tips and techniques for basics. Sample hearty, filling soups and stews in cool weather and lighter more refreshing ones when the weather turns warm. Walthers’ pairings are both classic and contemporary, perfect for simple weeknight meals yet elegant enough to wow company.