Soup

Potato Leek Soup

Summer soups are great because you can make them ahead of time and then enjoy a carefree evening.  They are great for picnics, served in  plastic cups.  This particular soup is also the one I tend to make when someone in my family has oral surgery, since he or she […]

Gazpacho

 

  I owe the seed of this recipe to my mother-in-law, who has sent me numerous gazpacho recipes over the years and has earned herself a reputation for making the most delicious gazpacho.  I don’t think she ever makes it the same way, however, so her approach gave me the […]

Thick White Bean and Wheat Berry Soup

 

  I love the combination of wheat berries and legumes because the wheat berries are kind of chewy and earthy, and complement the soft texture of beans.  The leeks and carrots provide a layer of sweetness.  Rosemary and garlic naturally and intuitively enhance the flavor of white beans.  Spinach rounds […]

Wild Mushroom Broth

This broth can be used in place of beef broth or chicken broth in soups and sauces, in case you are a meat eater who wants to try to eat fewer animal products to help save the planet.  If you are a vegetarian, you probably already know about substituting vegetable […]

Lemony Lentil Soup

My friend K— made the most amazing, delicious, delectable lentil soup the other night.  She offered to give me the recipe, but then I wouldn’t have been able to post it on my blog.  So I merely let her tell me the essential ingredients (I correctly guessed lentils, lemon juice […]

Cioppino

 

 This is a wonderful dish to serve as the main course for a dinner party, as it is simple, you can make it ahead of time (even the day before–the flavor improves overnight!), and people love it!  Just serve with a salad and bread!  If you have any leftover seafood […]