29 dairy-free soups without gluten for two

Blend part of the cooked vegetables, beans or lentils into the broth, or use a potato, squash or pumpkin base. Cornstarch can work too, but mix it with cold water first and check that the packet is certified or labelled gluten free. Coconut milk is another dairy-free option when its flavour suits the soup, though it makes the result richer.

Stock cubes and bottled sauces are the main traps, especially soy sauce, gravy-style concentrates and seasoning mixes. Flour may be stirred into a sautéed base or used to thicken the finished soup, while pasta, croutons, crumbs and dusted meat can be less obvious additions. Read the label every time, and prevent cross-contact by using clean utensils and a separate surface if the household also cooks with wheat.

Start with the shared shortlist, then remove anything whose stock, sauce or seasoning cannot be verified. With Nomme, both people can select from the same safe set, so the weekly plan and shopping list do not split into two versions. Keep a trusted replacement on hand, such as gluten-free stock, so one uncertain ingredient does not derail the meal.