This soup just tastes like fall. It’s a hit on chilly evenings, whether it’s Halloween or a regular night at home. The flavors will be deeper if you use fresh roasted squash and pumpkin, but you can simply use cubed or even substitute canned if you are in a pinch. Sprinkle a few toasted pumpkin ...
Soups and Chilis
Cool Cucumber Dill Soup
Bring a container of this creamy soup to a picnic, serve it in small bowls (don’t forget spoons!) and you’ll have a surprising and delicious side dish or starter for your group. The soup is also a great warm-weather accompaniment to a backyard family dinner or barbeque. Use the freshest parsley, ...
Low-Fat Carrot, Potato and Leek Soup
Recipe source:Cooking with Friends KitchenIngredients2 large leeks, washed, cleaned and chopped 2 large Idaho Potatoes, peeled and cut into pieces 1 large onion, diced 5 carrots, peeled and chopped into pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil Sea salt Fresh ground pepper 2 quarts chicken ...
Lentil Soup
This soup is so hearty and filling it can also be looked at as a chili. We make it with friends and eat it all week long for lunch and dinner. Add a bit of hot sauce and chopped fresh onions for crunch. Recipe source:Cooking with Friends KitchenIngredients2 tablespoons olive oil 2 onions, diced 4 ...
Farm Fresh Corn Chowder
This soup should only be made with the freshest and sweetest of corn, ideally found at your local farmers' market. It's a hearty, low-fat, meatless soup that can be frozen and served in chillier days to remind us of the pleasures of summer and treasured moments with a friend. It is particularly well ...
Red Lentil Soup
This red lentil soup is a delicious twist on split pea soup. Red lentils are much smaller than brown lentils, which means they cook faster and dissolve into a luscious creamy soup. They can be found at organic food stores or Indian or Middle Eastern groceries. The mild, smooth flavor of the soup ...
Grilled Steak Green Chile Chili
Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients6 tablespoons olive oil 4 large onions, diced 8 cloves garlic, diced 4 cans black beans 3/4 cup cilantro, chopped 4 ears corn (or 2 cups frozen) 10 Poblano peppers 1 teaspoon chili powder 2 lbs. steak (your choice of cut) 2 teaspoons ...
Basic Split Pea Soup
Recipe source:From the Cooking with Friends Kitchen Ingredients3 large diced onions 4 Tbs. olive oil 4 garlic cloves 1 Tbs. Kosher salt (more to taste) 1 tsp. dried oregano (or more fresh) 2 bay leaves 2 Tsp. Black pepper 2 lb. split peas 16 cups chicken stock (or water with chicken ...
Turkey Alphabet Soup
If you calculated right (or wrong -- however you look at it) you should have tons of leftovers after Thanksgiving to make and freeze great soups, pot pies & such. It can be hard to motivate to cook after such a big holiday, especially if you've hosted a big Thanksgiving dinner. Invite a friend to ...
Winter Chicken, Vegetable & Rice Soup
Feel free to experiment with whatever veggies you have on hand. If you're pressed for time, use canned broth and a pre-cooked store-bought rotisserie chicken. Recipe source:Cooking With Friends KitchenIngredients3 quarts chicken stock (see recipe below for homemade) 2 yellow onions, diced 1 cup ...