The basis of a good soup is usually a good stock. Once you know how to make a good stock, you can use it for an almost endless variety of soups. This is a recipe I use for chicken stock that’s easy to make, and tastes delicious. I usually make extra, and freeze what I don’t use.
Why Do Make-Ahead Recipes Work So Well To Reduce Your Dinner Party Stress?
One of the tricks I find most useful for hosting stress-free dinner parties is to make some of the recipes ahead. I find that too many last minute jobs can overwhelm me, so I plan ahead to eliminate as many as possible.