Learn how to thicken soups in a variety of ways with our easy thickening methods.
Our methods use ingredients you already have in your pantry.
For best results, stir the roux as it cooks.
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Cooked rice can also be pureed and added to the pot as a soup thickener.
Beurre manie can be added to hot soups, a little at a time, tomake soups creamier.
Though similar to a roux, beurre manie is not cooked.
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Add this thickening agent a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Eggs
Occasionally, a soup recipe will call for beaten eggs as a thickening agent.
Both whole eggs and yolks can be used.
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Then add the egg mixture to the soup and cook until thickened.
Don’t settle for skimpy broth.
Try athick soup recipethat will warm you up on a chilly night.
If these soups aren’t thick enough for you naturally, try one of our suggested thickening tricks.
