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

INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1 1/2  tablespoons butter, unsalted 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped 4 cups cauliflower flowerets or potatoes 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock 1 cup water 1/4 cup cream METHOD: In a large saucepan, melt butter over moderately low...Read More

Here’s a hearty and satisfying Meatless Monday dish. Simmer chili on top of the stove or use a slow cooker to have a delicious meal waiting when you get home! Add a salad and a batch of cornbread, and you’re set for dinner. INGREDIENTS: 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped 2...Read More

This is one of the great soups of New Orleans. The original version was the gift of the late Chef Warren LeRuth and is now a staple on nearly every restaurant menu in the city. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup butter 2 bunches green onions, chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped 3 cloves garlic, pressed 1 3/4 pounds...Read More

This is a healthy, low fat, and delicious soup created by Chef Tony Baker of Montrio Bistro in Monterey. “It’s is simple to make, and ready in about 40 minutes. I’m not using cream or butter just a little olive oil. Instead of using heavy cream to thicken the soup, I added sourdough bread as...Read More

Although the title says “creamy”, there are really only a few ounces of cream for flavor and a little texture. The liquid is mostly stock, and the real creaminess comes from the vegetables themselves, especially the roasted leek. INGREDIENTS: 1 head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into 1-inch florets 2 medium leeks trimmed, white and palest...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2/3 cup dried apricots 3 cups red lentils 10 cups vegetable or chicken stock, plus more if needed 6 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper,...Read More

Good soups start with rich, homemade stock. Split pea soup makes a deeply satisfying, hearty meal that is perfect for a rainy, winter day — don’t forget to bake some cornbread to go with it! Serve with a glass of syrah or Grüner Veltliner. INGREDIENTS: 2 cups onions, chopped 1 cup carrots, chopped 4 garlic...Read More

This is a flavorful soup that is especially food for cold nights. If you want to lighten it, use a light vegetable stock. To enrich it, use dark chicken stock. To take it over the top, add a little cream. You will need a little extra salt to enhance the flavors if you use cream....Read More

Despite its humble name, this is one of the tastiest soups for a cold winter evening dinner. It’s also a very versatile recipe – replace the chicken stock with vegetable stock and leave out the ham hocks and you have a vegetarian version. Or, add cooked sliced sausages or pasta for a hearty main course...Read More