This soup has been in my repertoire for many years, and I make it every time I want to serve an impressive but simple to make appetizer. The silky smooth soup offers just a tinge of sweetness from the maple syrup, and although it’s delicious on its own, it becomes extra special when topped by… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Soups
Ginger, Sesame and Coriander Meatballs
I love meatballs. I find them comforting and when done right, they’re lovely nuggets of complex flavor that can be very versatile. The following Asian-inspired meatballs are great served as a cocktail bite, an appetizer, a main or in a big, steaming bowl of soup (my favorite!). There’s no better way to warm up. Makes… Continue Reading
Curried Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup
This week’s recipe could not be simpler, but it’s far from boring. It combines some of my favorite vegetables and turns them into a super creamy, lactose-free, comforting soup with an intriguing taste that’s sophisticated enough to be served to company. I make big batches of this soup and freeze it in portions so that… Continue Reading
Summer Corn Chowder with Pancetta and Basil & Lemon Pesto
The soup is quick to make, and you can make the pesto while it’s simmering so that the whole thing can be done in about 30 minutes. Of course, if you want to speed up the process even more, you can use frozen corn and store-bought pesto – but fresh, seasonal ingredients make this soup… Continue Reading
David Chang’s Momofuku Ramen with Pickled Shiitakes
Last year, in my quest to get to know chef David Chang better, I bought his book, Momofuku. Very entertaining for the stories he tells about his childhood and past experiences, it’s also a suprisingly approachable cookbook with down-to-earth recipes carefully explained. Chang’s casual tone (transcripted by writer Peter Meehan) guides you through each step… Continue Reading