Personal Chef, Debbie Brosnan, will host two virtual soup-making classes this month: Butternut Squash Soup on December 5, and Pasta e Fagioli Soup on December 12. Both will take place from 1 to 2 p.m., on Zoom. These are fun, interactive classes that teach new cooking skills in the safety of one’s own home. All levels of experience and kids are welcome.

In this time of social distancing, people have started to participate in her classes with friends joining from other homes. It is also a fun way to bridge the gap with friends or family at a distance. Soup is a wonderful meal to prepare in bulk and freeze for when needed as a healthy quick meal or side dish.