It's soup season! Get cooking with these tips from Sohla El-Waylly

In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle interviews chef Sohla El-Waylly about how to make great soup. Sohla emphasizes the importance of a flavorful broth as the foundation and discusses various broth types, including meaty, veggie, and steeped options. She explains how to build flavor by sweating aromatics in fat and advises on when to boil soups based on desired texture, also providing tips on blending soups safely for a creamy consistency. Sohla shares key ingredients like alliums and Parmesan rinds, suggests creative toppings, and recommends making soup in large batches for leftovers, offering reheating and transportation tips. She suggests a honey nut squash soup for the fall and challenges experienced cooks to make pho.