Creamy Cod and Macadamia Chowder

Creamy Cod and Macadamia Chowder

A few years ago I found a recipe for cream of macadamia nut soup in a magazine, but somehow lost it. I attempted to create my own tropical version with coconut milk, lemongrass, and warm spices. Macadamia nuts and coconut both have large amounts of healthy saturated...
Creamy Avocado Soup with Jalapeño-Garlic Shrimp

Creamy Avocado Soup with Jalapeño-Garlic Shrimp

This soup was an experiment with a happy, delightful ending. “What if I put a bunch of avocados in there and made a pureed soup?” Guacamole in soup form, that’s what. Jalapeño-garlic shrimp made this a heartier, tastier meal. Prep time 15 minutes Serves 6 For the...
Thai-Spiced Seafood Soup with Zoodles

Thai-Spiced Seafood Soup with Zoodles

This soup is fun. Using my favorite spice blend is fun. Spiralizing anything is fun—seriously, have you tried it? It never gets old. Dipping your spoon into a creamy, opaque exotic-looking soup—not knowing what it will hold when it comes out—is fun. It might be a...
Peppery Clam Chowder with Bacon

Peppery Clam Chowder with Bacon

My grandma makes amazing clam chowder. When I saw her recipe, I understood why—the ingredient list included a quart (946 ml) of half and half and more than a stick of butter. Planning a paleo version of this decadent soup had me reaching for some bacon as a flavor...
Moroccan Turkey Stew

Moroccan Turkey Stew

The mild turkey in this chili takes a supporting role for the exotic spices, and the almond butter not only thickens it, but also gives it a rich, nutty flavor that you can’t quite put your finger on. It’s excellent over Cauliflower Rice (shown here and here) or...