Essential Tools You Need to Make Soup

The coldest season of the year is on the horizon, and that means all the bright lights are going up to sparkle in tune with the rhythm of the falling snow. The coming of winter also signifies that temperatures are dropping and that we’ll need some extra warmth for the soul; like a hearty bowl of your favourite soup! 

Essentially, all you need is a pot and spoon to get the soup simmering, but the art of making this piping hot dish will only become a true chef’s masterpiece when prepared with the complete set of tools.

Throw on your apron and grab your seasonal ingredients, because with this comprehensive list of kitchen tools, you’ll learn how to make soup, serve soup, and store soup like a pro! 

How to Make Soup: All the Tools You Need

Stock Pot   

For those days when you cook for your family, your friends, or simply want to meal plan for the week by preparing approximately 12+ quarts of soup, you can count on our diverse collection of stock pots to handle your tallest orders. 

With a large capacity and towering sides, your big batches of soup will be safe from evaporation while you unleash your culinary prowess. 

China Cap Strainer 

When you make soup, fresh ingredients are of the essence. Flavour is a top priority, but texture is just as important. Rich soups made with flawlessly smooth texture are totally achievable with the help of a China cap strainer. 

Designed to sieve seeds, fresh sprigs of herbs, or bone fragments from your delicious soups, China cap strainers are large conical kitchen tools made of fine perforated metal. As they are deeper than your typical colander, you can vigorously strain soup or broth to smooth perfection.  

Countertop or Immersion Blender 

All blenders work perfectly fine, but if you want to render the most velvety smooth soup ever, then you’ll need a high powered blender from the reliable collection of KitchenAid or Vitamix! 

Built with strong motors and heavy duty stainless steel blades, these premium blenders will mash, puree, and soften ingredients until they transform into that light and fluffy texture that your dish needs. 

If you have limited counter space, opt to purchase an immersion blender instead. This handy tool can cut down on the step of transferring your soup from the pot to the blender – instead, just place the immersion blender into the pot itself and blend!

Skimmers

When the liquid in the pot begins to boil, proteins have the tendency to congeal and form into foamy substances that rise to the surface. When this occurs, you can grab your trusty skimmer to scoop out the excess fat and scum with ease. This way, you can assure that your nutritious soups will be free from unwanted oil or fat.

Wooden Spoons 

There are people who have grown accustomed to using sturdy metal spoons when they make soup, but wooden spoons have proven to be a great choice as well. 

Thanks to their structure, these spoons stay cool even when submerged in the scorching heat of the soup. Moreover, they won’t scratch your pots when you stir or scrape the bottom. 

Slow Cooker 

A slow cooker is a must-have in any kitchen, especially if you’re an avid soup connoisseur. Fish, meat, bean, root vegetables, and lentils are all flavourful ingredients that add character to your soups. When you tenderize them with the help of a slow cooker, you will have cut your work in half. All you have to do is let the slow cooker work its magic, and you’ll have instant soup in no time! 

Soup Bowls

It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for; the soup is finally ready to be poured into bowls for serving! Whether you opt for porcelain or glass bowls, quality and aesthetics are all here at STOP Restaurant Supply.

For all the French onion soup lovers out there, make sure to equip yourself with oven-safe bowls for this cheesy, brothy delicacy!

Storage Containers  

Your special soup recipe is too good for just one meal. Leftover soup tastes just as good the following day, especially when they are stored in food-grade storage containers that preserve the texture, aroma, and flavour of your homemade soup. 

If you’re health-conscious, remember to opt for clear containers that are BPA-free! 

Thermos 

Soup on-the-go is a mandatory practice during the autumn and winter season. With the high quality thermoses offered at STOP Restaurant Supply, you can take your famous soup with you to work or school. Thanks to their dependable temperature insulation features, your soup stays warm and fresh! 

Make Soup Simple and Scrumptious with STOP Restaurant Supply 

Learning how to make soup simple and scrumptious will be as easy as 1,2,3 when you have the right tools in your kitchen. 

Browse our online catalogue to discover all the equipment you need to make your favourite soup more delicious than ever before!