Jan
31
Cream of Fennel Soup
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And you didn’t know you needed another excuse to eat fennel, did you? Well, here it is. As an astute diner at my table recently pointed out, it’s kind of like a fennel vichyssoise. Creamy and smooth, rich with the exotic aromas of my favorite vegetable, Foeniculum vulgare, this soup is a perfect start to [...]
Dec
21
Football kicks off the decisive match-ups this time of year, and in honor of that, I present my latest chili recipe, Red Chili. This one focuses on the flavor of beef and tomato, adding just enough spice to make things interesting. And red it is: red tomatoes, red meat, red peppers, red beans . . [...]
Oct
16
Black Soup
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When you just gotta have umami, this is what you are craving. Rich and dark and mysterious and soothing, this soup is perfect for a chilly evening when you haven’t had the best day at work and you need a little escape. Chewy wild rice, silky mushrooms, and tangy mustard greens will transport your palate [...]
Oct
4
Tomato Soup with Corn & Ham
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Well, summer is over, but yesterday was sunny and hot, and the farmer’s market had the tail end of the summer harvest, so I’ve got one more summer recipe to share, though this is one that is perfect for a cool night. Fresh tomatoes & fresh corn from the farmer’s market are the best way [...]
Aug
2
Watermelon-Tomato Gazpacho
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In this chilly little soup, a pair of red fruits come together to sing a gorgeous summer song. Watermelon may seem like a slightly strange thing to combine with tomatoes, but you might be surprised. Watermelon’s fresh, sweet flavor has a lot in common with cucumbers, and certainly cucumbers are a well-known gazpacho ingredient. So [...]
May
19
Potato Leek Kale Soup
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Some nights you don’t want anything elaborate, just something simple to remind you that food can be plain and perfect at the same time. Perhaps some soup and a boule of coarse bread. A salad of soft butter lettuce tossed with lemon juice and olive oil. A glass of crispy, flinty Chablis. For those nights, [...]
Feb
1
Turkey Barley Soup
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Turkey, Ben Franklin’s choice for the national bird, is almost never cooked whole outside of the holiday season. I consider this no small culinary tragedy, as its flavor is rich and hearty, and easily surpasses that of the modest chicken. Turkeys are large, however, and cooking them requires some forethought as to how the generous [...]
Jan
18
Chicken Noodle Soup with Mustard Greens
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An early culinary memory for many, chicken noodle soup is a simple pleasure. Whether from the familiar red and white can or from scratch, the pairing of the rich, salty stock and the tender noodles is a combination that has brought many smiles to many faces and cured many a cold. I thought mustard greens [...]
Dec
14
Borscht # 2
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Borscht # 1 was a summer-style borscht, served cold & great for a hot day. This one is the winter version, and to many, I’m sure, the more traditional borscht. Lots of big beef flavor and hours of simmering bring out the Russian bear in this mouthwatering bowl of beety goodness. Serve it with some [...]
Dec
6
Oyster Stew
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Well winter is well upon us now, and though I don’t love the cold, I do love some of the things cold does to food. Oysters, for instance, are best in the cold months when they’re not spawning. If you’re lucky enough to be able to buy oysters in the shell where you live, you [...]
