No need to contemplate “Where is the love?” It’s right here in this soup! Yes, that was a Black Eyed Peas reference. And yes I had that specific line from that specific song playing on a loop in my head during the entire cooking process. Really any time I encounter black-eyed peas. These innocuous little…
Tag: Soup
Let’s Get Stewpid!
The wind shifts. Fingers, toes and other extremities settle into that persistent icy feeling. A cocoon of blankets only brings temporary comfort. We crave steady warmth that can only be achieved from the inside out. The time has come to cozy up to a big bowl of this subtly spicy and texturally dynamic stew. So…
Pajama Soup
Imagine sitting on the couch in your favorite pajamas and fuzzy socks with a mermaid pattern (or what have you). Now drape a cozy blanket around your shoulders. That, in an analogous nutshell, is this soup. Chickpeas and spinach are ensconced in silken pajamas of creamy roux and a fresh loaf of honey beer bread…
Soup to My Level
It may be the middle of summer, but I still can’t resist a hot cauldron of bubbling vegetables. Your fridge is an apothecary cabinet full of ingredients to successfully brew a hunger-curing potion. Meaning, this acts as a great way to clean out your fridge and justify your penchant for over-purchasing vegetables. Rich hummus thickens…
Faux Fromage
Cheese has a warm and gooey place in my heart. Creamy Havarti, briny feta, soft brie, silky mozzarella, salty parmesan… I love cheese. But. I also empathize with the vegan plight to achieve successful alternatives that emulate all that is delectable about cheesy perfection. In that vein, I found a delightful experience in sampling the…
Parsley Paradise
Emerald leaves sway with energy beneath a cerulean sky. They stand out verdantly against the black of the soil and the brown of their box. Delicate plants that heighten a dish, taking the flavor from mild to robust. Herbs are magical members within an arsenal of ingredients. This vegetable soup is one of about a…
Merrily Baking It 