The key to getting a flavorful, filling vegetable soup is to use lots of fresh herbs, a variety of veggies and pasta or beans to bulk it up. We love Provençal vegetable soup, made with navy beans ...

You can use any hard, starchy root vegetables you like for this simple root vegetable soup. Carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, squash and celeriac all work well. Serve with warm crusty bread.