INGREDIENTS: 3/4 to 1 lb. mushrooms 1/2 medium yellow onion 1 potato, shredded 1 carrot, shredded 1/2 cup barley, rinsed 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth 1 cup half and half 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste Splash of dry sherry, to taste (optional) METHOD: Clean and chop mushrooms....Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. dried fava beans, soaked overnight 1/2 cup olive oil 2 medium onions, diced 1 1/2 lbs. diced tomatoes (or substitute large 28-ounce canned tomatoes, drained) 1 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 bay leaves 2 cups vegetable stock or water Salt and freshly ground black pepper Flavorful, extra virgin...Read More
This soup (also known as Tom Kha Gai) comes together quickly. If you’re not fond of fish sauce, reduce the amount to 1 teaspoon or skip it. However, it does add that special umami that is typical of this warming soup. If you want a vegetarian version, simply replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and sliced 6 oz. green garlic stalks, white and pale green parts chopped 2 lbs. leeks, white and pale green parts chopped 1 russet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes Vegetable stock or water 1 1/2 lbs. sorrel 1/3 cup...Read More
For a simple yet elegant soup, try this asparagus soup. Subtle and velvety, without any cream. By the way, you do not want this soup to boil — by not allowing it to boil it will retain a greener, more pleasant color. Boil this soup and it will turn an ugly khaki color. INGREDIENTS: 1...Read More
Be sure to save the leftover ham bone and meat scraps from a ham dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 (1 lb) ham bone 3 1/2 cup water 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 2 cups split peas 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil 2/3 cup finely chopped leeks or green onions 1/3 cup finely chopped carrots 1/3 cup...Read More
Here’s a classic cream soup that is especially good with the first asparagus of spring. INGREDIENTS: 2 pounds asparagus (about 2 bunches), thin to medium stalks are best 1 large onion, chopped 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 5 to 6 cups homemade chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice Salt and white...Read More
INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups brown or green lentils 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 large garlic cloves, chopped 4 – 6 cups water (or a combination of chicken, lamb, or vegetable stock mixed with half the water) 12 – 20 oz. chard (green, red, rainbow, or combination), chopped Sea salt Fresh ground...Read More
Nettles are rich in vitamins A, C, D, and K, calcium, magnesium, flavonoids, serotonin, and histamines. INGREDIENTS: 10 cups washed nettle leaves Water to cover 3 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup flour 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 3 cloves finely chopped garlic 1/4 cup chopped chives 2 cups chicken or beef stock, homemade preferable 1...Read More
