This soup was born out of a little kitchen magic. I opened the fridge and found half a pack of cherry tomatoes, some leftover chicken...

One delightful dish that has warmed the hearts of countless families in Turkey is Yayla Çorbası. This creamy and cozy yogurt soup is a...

This soup has always been a staple in my kitchen. Green lentils simmer with onions, garlic, and tomatoes until tender, then I add erişte ...

This is the kind of soup I make when the weather turns cold and I want something simple and comforting. Tomato soup doesn’t need much to be good. A handful of ingredients, one pot, and a quiet simmer is usually enough. I like this version because it’s quick, smooth, and familiar. It works just as well for lunch as it does for a light dinner, especially when there’s bread or a grilled cheese on the side. The melted mozzarella on top isn’t traditional, but it makes the bowl fee

Ezogelin soup is one of those bowls I never skip when I see it on a lokanta menu in Turkey. It’s familiar in the best way, filling, warming, and quietly comforting. The kind of soup you order without thinking, because you already know it will be good. Made with red lentils, a little rice and bulgur, tomato paste, and dried mint, it’s simple but layered. Nothing flashy, just ingredients that work well together. At home, it’s one of the most satisfying soups to make, mostly han

Red Lentil Soup (Mercimek çorbası) is one of those soups that shows up again and again in Turkish kitchens, especially on colder days. It’s simple, filling, and made with ingredients that are usually already in the pantry. Onion, lentils, a couple of vegetables, and time. What makes it special is how it’s finished. A little butter warmed with paprika and dried mint, spooned over the top just before serving. And if there’s leftover bread on the counter, turning it into quick c