Apple soup facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Apple soup

An apple soup
Type	Soup
Course	Appetizer
Main ingredients	Apples, onions, chicken or vegetable broth or water or apple cider

Apple soup is a tasty soup that uses apples as its main ingredient. It's a warm and comforting dish. The apples can be prepared in different ways. Sometimes they are mashed into a smooth purée. Other times, they are sliced or simply boiled whole.

This soup can be a great way to enjoy apples in a new way. It is sometimes served as an appetizer before a meal. In the early 1900s, especially in the United States, apple soup was sometimes given to people who were sick. It was seen as a nourishing and easy-to-eat food.

What is Apple Soup Made Of?

Apple soup often includes other ingredients to make it even more delicious.

• Vegetables: You might find onions, carrots, parsnips, or even pumpkin in some recipes. These add extra flavor and nutrients.
• Liquids: The base of the soup can be chicken or vegetable broth (also called stock). Some recipes use plain water. Others use apple cider, which gives the soup an even stronger apple taste.
• Spices and Flavorings: To make the soup just right, people often add things like cinnamon, lemon juice, or a little sugar. You might also find ginger, curry powder, salt, and pepper. These ingredients help balance the sweetness of the apples.

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  Apple soup with truffle

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  An apple and carrot soup

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  An apple and parsnip soup topped with apple relish