SERVES 4 Watercress can be hard to come by, so I snatch it up whenever I see it to make this soup. The watercress adds the perfect amount of pepper and spice to an otherwise sweet soup. INGREDIENTS 3-4 tbsp/44-60 g butter 1 cup/150 g yellow onions, finely chopped 4...
THAI-INSPIRED CHICKEN SOUP
SERVES 8 This Thai take on chicken soup is so refreshing that you can even enjoy it on a summer day! The homemade broth is a powerhouse full of easily digested nutrients, such as calcium and magnesium. It is also rich in collagen, gelatin and amino acids. INGREDIENTS...
SLOW-COOKER HAWAIIAN OXTAIL SOUP
SERVES 6 TO 8 Oxtail is a tough but flavorful cut of meat that becomes very tender when cooked slowly. This Hawaiian version of oxtail soup is thin and light. The toppings are reminiscent of a Vietnamese pho. Traditionally this soup calls for peanuts but due to their...
SLOW COOKER BEEF BURGUNDY
SERVES 6 Beef Burgundy, also know as Beef bourguignon, is an iconic French recipe. It is a sumptuous and comforting slow-cooked stew. It is delicious over mashed potatoes or cauliflower mash. INGREDIENTS 6 pieces bacon, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 large carrots,...
KHORESHT LUBIA SABZ (PERSIAN GREEN BEAN STEW)
SERVES 4 Unlike most Persian dishes, Khoresht Lubia Sabz is actually fairly simple to make. The traditional stew calls for diced tomatoes but my mom improvised with sun-dried tomatoes. We all preferred her new version! INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp/30 g ghee 1 cup/150 g onion,...
KALE, SHITAKE MUSHROOM AND BEEF SOUP
SERVES 4 Soup is one of our favorite meals. We love the flexibility it offers, as our fridge is always filled with a variety of vegetables from local farms. Soup allows us to get creative in the kitchen and mix and match combinations. This soup is one of our...
HOPAR’S CHUNKY GAZPACHO
SERVES 8 When I was growing up, my hopar (Armenian for dad’s brother) owned an Italian restaurant. I loved the gazpacho they served, so refreshing on hot Los Angeles summer nights. It truly hit the spot! I asked him for the recipe and he didn’t remember the amounts,...
GARLIC SOUP WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND POACHED EGGS
SERVES 4 Most garlic and egg soup recipes I have seen call for day-old bread. By swapping out the bread for broccoli rabe, we end up with a more flavorful and nutritious meal. The slightly bitter and spicy flavor of the broccoli rabe pairs perfectly with the rich...
CURRIED CHICKEN AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
SERVES 6 Butternut squash makes for a naturally sweet and luxuriously creamy soup. With the addition of diced chicken, the soup is surprisingly filling and can be served as a main course. INGREDIENTS 4 tbsp/60 g butter 1 cup/150 g white onion, chopped 2 tbsp/15 g...
CARAMELIZED ONION AND BEET SOUP
SERVES 6 The sweet and smoky caramelized onions paired with the earthy beets give this soup a rich and satisfying flavor that simultaneously evokes sophistication and comfort. INGREDIENTS 2 lbs/907 g fresh beets, peeled and chopped 5 cups/1183 ml Chicken Broth ½ tsp...