by Admin | Mar 20, 2022 | Soups Stews Salads
Pho (pronounced “fuh”) is a flavorful broth filled with noodles, thin slices of meat, and a little salad of fresh herbs and tender greens sitting on top. In the United States, it’s developed a cult following, and my family is just as crazy about it. They loved the...
by Admin | Mar 19, 2022 | Soups Stews Salads
One of my favorite salads is a BLT spinach salad with tender bits of chicken and a warm bacon vinaigrette. I wanted to re-create those flavors in a warm, comforting soup. I love the addition of sun-dried tomatoes, which bring more tomato flavor to the forefront. Prep...
by Admin | Mar 18, 2022 | Soups Stews Salads
This soup rocks. It was a huge hit the first night we ate it, and for lunches a few days after, too. I also love the technique of blending some of the soup to create a creamy effect without using cream. It gives it a lot of body and substance. Prep time 15...
by Admin | Mar 16, 2022 | Soups Stews Salads
Thai home cooking used to be a mystery to me since I had a hard time finding a few commonly used ingredients, like lemongrass, galangal, and lime leaves. Lemongrass has been easier to find recently, and I’ve come to love its floral, lemony aroma. If you can’t find any...
by Admin | Mar 15, 2022 | Soups Stews Salads
This soup came from my website, Perry’s Plate, and used to call for rice, corn, beans, and barley. It was a staple, and everyone in my family (including my extended family) loves it. After swapping out the grains and legumes with more nutritious alternatives, it’s...