Here is a proposed rubric for evaluating a homemade soup:
APPEARANCE (10 points)
- Clear/uncloudy broth/liquid
- Evenly cooked vegetables/ingredients
- Pleasant color
AROMA (10 points)
- Smells appetizing
- Aroma matches main ingredients
TEXTURE (10 points)
- Smooth and creamy for thick soups
- Light and brothy for clear soups
- Ingredients tender but not mushy
FLAVOR (20 points)
- Flavors are well-balanced
- Ingredients' flavors come through clearly
- Seasonings enhance rather than overwhelm
PRESENTATION (10 points