Skip Cornflour And Use These 8 Alternatives To Make Creamy Soups This Winter

1. Potatoes

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2. Coconut Milk or Cream

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3. Cashew Cream

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4. Oats

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5. Yoghurt

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6. Egg Yolks

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7. Mashed Lentils

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8. Arrowroot Powder

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