When the weather dips, there’s nothing more satisfying than a steamy bowl of soup. Creamy ones are my comfort foods–like this one I call Yukon Gold Potato soup. It is close to being a stew with creamed potatoes, carrots, corn and delightful seasonings. And so easy to make. I have […]
My favorite soups are the kind that fill me up with one bowl. Which is why I probably love the creamy kinds best. Though anything creamy and warm just automatically becomes one of my comfort foods. That’s why I love red lentils. They are always so smooth whenever you cook […]
Can a bowl of soup help you lose weight? A recent study in the British Journal of Nutrition found that soup eaters tend to weigh less and have smaller waistlines than those who don’t eat soup very often. Of course, not all soups are created equal. Many soups can undermine our health […]
When the weather is still a bit chilly, I like to serve more stews to my family for a hearty meal. Especially one that is rich with vegetables and beans. Italian Portobella Stew is a favorite of the men in my family. Even the aroma of it cooking gets their […]
When I made the switch to vegetarian cooking, Campbell’s mushroom soup was a staple in my kitchen. It became my favorite sauce over burgers, in casseroles and for a satisfying cup of soup. But in my 20’s, I discovered I was allergic to dairy–not lactose intolerant as 30 to 50 […]
March is coming in like a lion outside my kitchen window. As the snow is blowing and piling up outside, I need a bowl of soup to warm me up. Something steamy and chunky and creamy will hit the spot. Though I love all kinds of soup, I’ve got to […]
