The present invention is a method for making soup, stew or broth. The method utilizes a pre-filled seasoning bag of which is made from a liquid permeable material that allows flavor obtained from the spices and/or seasonings to escape there from yet retains the spices and/or seasonings therein while the soup is cooking. The seasoning bag may be sold independently or as a kit containing a variety of seasoning bags each containing a specific blend for preparing a specific soup, stew or broth. Also, the kit includes instructions for use of the seasoning bag and/or recipes therefore.