Japanese Noodle Soup
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Fish and Seafood Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
FROM JAPANESE Yield: 4-6 servings JAPANESE FORMULA 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons mirin (rice wine) 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1-2 tablespoons garlic-ginger paste (see note) or 2 teaspoons each minced garlic and ginger 2 scallions, thinly sliced 3 tablespoons minced cilantro 2 teaspoons sugar SOUP 8 ounces chicken breast meat, thinly shredded, or [...]
Hot and Sour Lemongrass Soup
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 4-6 servings You don’t have to run all over town to find exotic ingredients to make this traditional favorite Thai soup. Your local natural foods market should have the few essentials for an authentic Thai flavor: In the ethnic section you’ll find a good jarred red curry paste, Thai fish sauce and coconut milk; [...]
Curried Cauliflower Soup with Spinach
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Ethnic Recipes, Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 6-8 servings INDIAN FORMULA 2 1/2 teaspoons coriander 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon turmeric 1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1 tablespoon garlic-ginger paste (see note) SOUP 1 small head cauliflower, chopped 1 yellow onion, diced 2 Yukon Gold potatoes, diced 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon [...]
Cream of Artichoke Soup
July 26, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Healthy Recipes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 6 side servings This spring soup is served with the edible leaves on the side as both a garnish and an accompaniment to the soup. A lovely presentation for a small party or potluck. This recipes calls for boiling the whole artichokes first to make use of the leaves, but the leaves and choke [...]
Beef Stew with Roots and Winter Squash
July 24, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Healthy Recipes, Red Meat Dishes, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths
Yield: 4-6 servings There’s nothing like a bowl of comfort to ease us into the autumn season. Hearty roots and seasoned meat are slow cooked for a tender texture and rich taste. This healthy version doesn’t contain potatoes or flour, making it suitable for the paleo diet. MEAT SEASONINGS 2 pounds stewing beef or lamb, [...]
Kabocha Squash Soup with Roasted Red Pepper Puree
July 23, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 6 servings Red and orange colors pop out of the bowl to brighten any autumn potluck or family meal. Taste and presentation A+. Kabocha squash can be substituted with any of your favorite winter squashes. SQUASH SOUP 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion, rough chopped 4 generous cups peeled and cubed kabocha squash [...]
Chicken Stock / Chicken Broth
July 23, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Chicken and Poultry Dishes, Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Sauces, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths
Yield: 2 quarts Making your own chicken stock makes use of the whole chicken, and is a great way to use leftover veggies in the fridge. I have two recipes here: one calls to saute the veggies first to give the broth a deeper flavor, the other omits the veggies altogether for a simple stock. [...]
Vegetable Stock
July 23, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Healthy Recipes, Holiday Foods, Sauces, Soups, Stews, Stocks and Broths, Vegetarian/Vegan Dishes
Yield: 2 quarts Most vegetables work inside a veggie stock – it’s a good way to use up left-over veggies in the cripser. Unless you’re going for a therapeutic broth, stay away from greens and cabbage, as these will dramatically alter the final taste. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, rough chopped with skins 1 [...]
