A little bit of toasted pumpkin seed oil goes a long way. Its earthy, robust flavor is very similar to that of toasted sesame oil. If you don’t have toasted pumpkin seed oil, use an equal amount of dark sesame oil instead.Prep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 3 minutesMakes...
Soba Noodle Soup
Adding tempura to soup feels very much like adding crackers to soup. The hard crackers soften a bit in the warm broth, while still remaining a little crunchy. Any sort of tempura vegetable, like mushrooms, blanched asparagus, and onions, will compliment this soup. My...
Roasted Cauliflower and Leek Soup
PREP: 25 minutes | COOK: 35 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings Yum! That's all I can say. This soup is absolutely delicious. Best of all, it has a spicy kick that warms you through and through. 1 head cauliflower, cut into large bite-sized pieces 3 leeks, white and...
Cream of Fennel and Parsnip Soup
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 33-38 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings The slight sweetness of parsnip and mild licorice flavor of fennel are kept in check with the pungent tang of leeks and garlic. This warm and comforting winter soup will definitely be a welcome...
Chana Dal with Caramelized Onions and Coconut
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 60 minutes | YIELD: 5 x 1-cup servings Chana dal and the chickpea are very similar legumes, but the chana is smaller, sweeter and has a much lower glycemic index. If you're in a pinch, you can substitute chickpeas for the chana dal in this...
Mexican Pepper and Black Chickpea Stoup
PREP: 15 minutes + overnight soaking of chickpeas | COOK: 26 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 1½-cup servings Are you wondering what a stoup is? It's a combination of a soup and stew and that's just what this spicy Mexican dish is. Heartier than a soup, but not as thick as a...
Roasted Red Pepper Minestrone Soup
PREP: 30 minutes | COOK: 40 minutes | YIELD: 10 x 1½-cup servings If there is one soup my family would reach for more than any other, this would be it! My kids, who are all in their 20 s, still love the pasta shapes that make an appearance, but they also appreciate...
The Soup-er Cleanse
PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 13-18 minutes | YIELD: 6 x 1-cup servings Need we say more? Full of nutrition and effective at cleansing out your digestive tract, this is a soup-er star recipe full of your favorite flavors. 1 Tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil ½ medium...
Elegant Mushroom and Winter Vegetable Stew
PREP: 30 minutes | COOK: 45 minutes | YIELD: 12 x 1-cup servings Love mushrooms? Then this is the recipe for you! This warm and hearty stew is packed full of our little fungi friends (and a few of my favorite winter root vegetables for good measure). This is a true...
Butternut and Bean Soup
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 40 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings This soup is thick and creamy thanks to the beans, which also lend a healthy dose of protein and fiber. It is also a great make-ahead dish: If you blend it ahead of time, all you have to do is heat and...