Loving The Art of Cooking
Classic Tomato Soup Serves 4 Tomato Soup is a staple in this house during the frigid winter months. You’re going to love this classic recipe! It’s super creamy, yet it has no cream! Northern beans add the texture and protein that make this soup a hearty comforting dish. We have […]
This Classic Split Pea Soup is hearty, protein packed and loaded with shredded ham and veggies. The peas cook down and give the soup a velvety texture. The ham hocks add a smokey flavor, and the thyme rounds out dish to make a super comforting bowl of yum! Just what […]
This creamy cauliflower soup is thick and rich without a drop of cream or butter! Rosemary is the star here which is infused in olive oil that is then blended with the cooked veggies and stock to create a silky emulsion. The soup is topped with homemade croutons that are […]
Halloween calls for chili, any variety of chili! This Mexican-inspired recipe combines white beans, chicken, and all the green stuff….green chilis, green pepper, salsa verde, avocado and lime. With minimal prep, (sauté onions, peppers and garlic) open cans, jars and dump. The result is a hearty, healthy, bright soup ready […]
This hearty Italian Lentil Soup has all Italian flavors, and you probably have most of these ingredients on hand. I like to make this soup at the beginning of the week so leftovers are in the fridge for easy lunches. A crave worthy comfort food that’s perfect for the chilly […]
This red lentil soup is bursting with flavor and couldn’t be easier to make. It’s loaded with plant-based protein, low in calories for a healthy fiber packed meal. This simple vegan lentil soup recipe comes together quickly with mostly pantry ingredients. Make a double batch for leftovers for the week. […]
This one pot loaded Zuppa Toscana is one of our cold winter favorites. Rich creamy broth with a spicy chicken sausage, onion, garlic, tortellini and kale. Pesto Tortellini Zuppa Toscana Serves 6 4 slices thick cut bacon, chopped 3/4 pound ground spicy Italian chicken or pork sausage 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 ribs celery, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped […]
An easy recipe for Summer Corn Chowder that is hearty, bright and crazy delicious. It’s perfect for cool a late summer evening when farm stand corn is at its peak. Summer Corn Chowder Serves 6 3 ears corn, roasted and kernels removed from cob 1 quart unsalted chicken stock 8 slices bacon, diced 1 medium yellow […]
This cool and refreshing Watermelon Gazpacho is simple to make and packed full of healthy summer produce. Tomatoes, cucumber, red pepper, scallions, garlic and herbs make a light and refreshing starter…adding the watermelon balances these flavors. Watermelon Gazpacho Serves 6 4 heaping cups cubed seedless watermelon 1 English cucumber, diced […]
Food flash back, and a tasty one. On the first floor of my design school was a classic Greek joint, “The Artist’s Cafe.” Sitting in that red leather booth overlooking Michigan Avenue, Grant Park and the Art Institute all while enjoying a bowl of Avgolemono soup was a weekly event. […]
I know, another soup! With my better half working from home for the last year, there’s a need for another meal to have on hand….lunch. I typically make a big batch of soup at the beginning of the week for my little buddy. This potsticker soup is a fragrant and […]
This soup is brimming with amazing flavor and gorgeous color, thanks to the combination of golden beets, carrots, onions and red curry paste. Not a beet lover? Well, this is a soup that non-beet lovers will enjoy. For starters, golden beets are sweeter in taste, and less earthy in flavor. […]
Incredibly creamy and very flavorful, this earthy cream of mushroom soup is enhanced with butter, garlic, thyme and a bit of nutmeg. Mushrooms could use a little more love. Why? They are versatile and are considered to be very healthy. These low-calorie funghi also contain lots of fiber and are an […]
This is a twist on a traditional chowder featuring chunks of tender cod and a few littleneck clams. Bacon, onions, potatoes, celery, thyme and bay leaves are all combined to create this rich and warming one-pot cod chowder. This hearty bowl is ready in is less than an hour. Cod […]
This is a terrific “snow day” soup. Tomato soup has it seasons, and during winter months when we are missing farm stand tomatoes, this healthy version is the perfect alternative. Roasted red peppers (jarred) add a smokey hint to the kicky fire-roasted tomatoes. The goat cheese softens the flavors and […]
Thanksgiving 2020. Say NO more. What does your holiday look like in the year of Covid 19? Yep, ours too. A 40 plus family affair is down to 5 or 4 or 2, depending on the day. One decision that Randy and I have made is we are going to […]
Heartier than chicken soup, this classic comfort dish is more like a stew with a simple biscuit dough added in the last minutes. Typically you start with whole chicken or pieces to make a broth, but there are many shortcuts. I made my broth with 2 lbs of chicken breasts. […]
Happy New Year! I’m happy to have finally resolved technical difficulties that have kept me from sharing delish recipes with you over the last month or so. Thank you for your patience and support. Ribollita translates to “reboiled” in Italian, because like many soups, it tastes better the next day. This classic, […]
This lentil soup is clean and simple made with onions, garlic, carrots, celery, olive oil, sweet potatoes and lentils! There are many reasons to add lentils to your diet. They provide protein, minerals and vitamins and are low in calories. They’re also high in insoluble fiber, which is great for […]
Cheesy tortellini, leafy green kale, and flavorful Italian sausage play starring roles in this satisfying hearty soup. It’s easy to prepare and ready in 30 minutes. A perfect weeknight meal. Soup with Italian Sausage and Kale Serves 4 1 lb mild italian sausage, ground 1 onion, minced 6 garlic cloves, […]
This This soup is creamy, rich, hearty and oh so comforting! The secret to this soup is roasting the mushrooms in garlic and fresh thyme! Then saute sweet onion, thicken with a bit of flour, add stock and the roasted mushrooms. That’s it!! Creamy Roasted Mushroom Soup 4-6 Serving 2 […]
Hatch Peppers, named after the original growing area in Hatch, New Mexico, are an authentic Southwestern favorite. Chefs say that the intense sunlight and cool nights in this valley result in a uniquely flavored pepper that’s unrivaled by any other. Hatch Peppers have a meaty flesh and mild-medium heat making […]
This recipe couldn’t be easier, healthier, or more refreshing…..and a great way to use your farmer’s market finds. Simply combine the following ingredients in the blender: a soft yellow heirloom tomato, a yellow pepper, a cucumber, olive oil, sherry vinegar, and raw corn. That’s it!! Since this soup is raw, it’s […]
Light and refreshing, this creamy (blender) cucumber soup makes a tasty side dish for any summertime meal or picnic. The cool, mellow flavor of cucumber puréed with tangy Greek yogurt, cilantro, coriander and lime, creates a quick soup that also offers substantial health benefits. Without going all “green” drink on […]
There’s black bean soup and then there’s this black bean soup. A thick, rich and smokey potage that is layered with healthy vegetables and kicky spices. Start with browning the sausage, set aside. Combine tons of healthy veggies, broth and beans. Puree 2/3 of the soup and add the sausage […]
This soup puts an exclamation point on comfort food! First saute garlic and onions and then add mushrooms til caramelized. Transfer to your blender to puree and then back to the pot and add chicken and rice. The flavors simmer together for approximately 30 minutes or until the wild […]
This Tuscan White Bean Soup is rich, hearty and loaded with iron, fiber, protein and packed with flavor! One component that should not be overlooked is the Parmesan rind. (Always save your rinds and store in the freezer for soups and sauces). But the star of the show is the […]
This is a re-post recipe to create a Thanksgiving leftover soup. I’ve substituted turkey for chicken and tweaked a few ingredients. You will love the interpretation of this soup with its rustic, autumnal flavors. Simply saute a few vegetables, add turkey and then the stars…wild rice and a little Sherry. With […]
One of my favorite sights in the fall is the wild-mushroom sellers at your farmers markets. One of my favorite foods, mushrooms, are now plentiful and a welcome sight. They are available is all sorts of shapes and sizes and are a nutritional powerhouse. Low in calories, fat and […]
Start out your celebration with a flavorful bowl of Pozole. Pozole (also spelled posole) is a Mexican stew traditionally made with pork and hominy covered in a tasty broth. There are countless variations with one ingredient always present, Hominy. Hominy – it’s a type of maize found in the Hispanic […]