Tag Archives: soup

It’s Soup Weather!

Posted on September 22, 2016 by HelenFern

It’s the first day of fall and for me, that signals the start of soup weather! What can be better on a cold day than a pot of homemade soup?  Well, here’s a few to get you started!

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Cinco de Mayo

Posted on May 2, 2016 by HelenFern

This fun Mexican holiday celebrates Mexico’s victory over France in 1862 at the battle of Puebla.  Today we celebrate with Mexican dancers, pinatas and, of course, Mexican food!  Here are some Mexican inspired dishes to help you celebrate the holiday. … Continue reading →

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Hearty Pinto Bean and Ham Soup

Posted on April 8, 2016 by HelenFern

After Easter, if you had ham like we did, you have that big ol’ bone full of meat you can’t get off very easily.  We froze ours – and this is what we made with it.  The chiles give it … Continue reading →

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Pho

Posted on January 29, 2016 by HelenFern

This Vietnamese soup is becoming all the rage!  Traditionally it is made with beef, but you can also use shrimp – since the hot broth cooks the meat, I would recommend pre-cooking any other meat you might choose.  But the … Continue reading →

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Borsht

Posted on January 27, 2016 by HelenFern

I’ve seen borsht made as a rich broth with chunks of beets and potatoes, and I’ve seen it creamy and smooth -served hot and cold.  Which ever way you do it, this recipe is easy and tasty!!  The two of … Continue reading →

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