Posts Tagged ‘soup’

Cedar Smoked Asparagus Soup

Cedar planks, not just for salmon anymore. Really. Our last guest came with the spring and with that, sparks the BBQ. It might still be a bit early to eat outside, but who can resist the flame that is the official call of nicer weather? Having grilled on cedar planks before, I’m already fond of...
April 8th, 2008 | Savory | Read More

Curried Carrot Soup

I am one of those people who like cilantro. Cilantro is a love it or hate it kind of thing. Thankfully the herby leaf it offers to 50% of the population who enjoy it, also comes with a seed. Coriander, which the seed more commonly goes by, lends a refreshing and slightly citrusy flavour. Blended with...
February 22nd, 2008 | Savory | Read More

Super Bowl of Chili

As I sat, thinking what the ultimate food for Sunday would be, it actually took me a bit to come to the chili conclusion. Crazy, yes, I am aware of this. Coming from an advertising background, I have to honestly admit that the majority of my Superbowl viewing experience takes place during half time. Perfect...
February 2nd, 2008 | Savory | Read More

Magic Soup

My ever problem solving daughter is always creating new suggestions for dinner and desserts; favourites like Mialita, Chuchetta and the like. Her recipes, with the addition of marshmallows, ketchup and eggs kind of remind me of that show that aired around here in the 80’s I always wanted to go...
January 25th, 2008 | Savory | Read More

Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Needless to say we all like soup in this house. Nothing beats a warm bowl on a cold day. Well, maybe that warm bowl with some of that fresh bread I’ve finally been able to be baking… Red peppers, to me, are one of those amazing vegetables. You see, I absolutely, without a doubt hate it’s...
January 15th, 2008 | Savory | Read More

Potato Leek Soup

It’s unseasonably warm but damp today. Crazily enough, once winter takes it’s hold, at least for me, I just wish it would put us into it’s full throws. Cold, crisp, freeze your the inside of your nose, crunchy snow kind of winter. I find it a little easier warming up from the cold...
January 7th, 2008 | Photography, Savory | Read More

Red Borscht With Porcini Mushroom Pierogies

From my fractional polish heritage, I was so lucky to have been included in my sister in laws family Christmas Eve tradition. Once horrified by the memories of beet soup with homogonized milk, that puce nightmare was no comparison to the hard work and detail which had been presented before us to gobble...
December 17th, 2007 | Photography, Savory, Sour, Umami | Read More

Soba 101

One of my most favourite places to explore is any neighbourhood China Town. Bustling with people, new aromas, and spilling produce, this exciting area of most major cities is a feast for the eyes. Here in Toronto, tucked a few blocks over from the mainland China Town is a small but wonderful Japanese...
October 18th, 2007 | Photography, Umami | Read More

Roasted Vegetable Soup

Who knew that if given the choice, most grown-ups will avoid roasted parsnips and squash if they are served on their own? Made me happy, as I eyed the level of the dish near the end of dinner. I knew where these left over vegetables were going after the Thanksgiving dishes were done. Funny thing, us...
October 14th, 2007 | Photography, Sweet | Read More

Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup

VEGAN CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP 2 Tbsp oil 1 Onion diced (red if you can) 3 Cloves of garlic, minced 3/4 C Dried porcini or shitake mushrooms 4 C Sliced mushrooms – white, porcini, portabello, shitaki approx. 2 medium portabellos and 6 cremini. (the earthier the mushroom the richer the flavor) 3T Cognac...
April 28th, 2007 | Photography | Read More