How is soup made from scratch?
How to make soup taste homemade?
Brown or Sear the Meat.  
Roast the the Veggies. 
Mix up the Texture.  
Use Homemade Stock Whenever Possible. 
Put Your Cheese Rinds to Work. 
Perk up a Bland Soup With Simple Pantry Staples.  
Add Fresh Herbs or Dairy When Serving.