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    Fast and fresh gazpacho

    Fast and fresh gazpacho

    serves 4 to 6 If you prefer your gazpacho more on the spicy side, begin with a spicy tomato-vegetable juice, such as Spicy Hot V8, or serve with the Tabasco bottle handy, so hot-food lovers can spice the soup to their own taste. (Note: Since this soup benefits from...
    Red lentil soup

    Red lentil soup

    serves 4 Red lentils are the quickest-cooking variety of lentils, making them an ideal candidate for a quick soup. Curry powder adds an Indian flavor, making this soup reminiscent of dal, the savory lentil and bean dish of India. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1...
    Mushroom and white bean soup

    Mushroom and white bean soup

    serves 4 To brighten the flavor of the soup slightly, add a splash of sherry during the last 5 minutes of cooking time. Another nice change is to use different herbs, according to preference and what’s available. One suggestion is to substitute fresh dill for both the...
    Minestrone in minutes

    Minestrone in minutes

    serves 4 The classic Italian vegetable soup typically includes a wide variety of vegetables. Using frozen vegetables reduces the prep time as well as the cooking time, but fresh vegetables may be used instead if you prefer. Cooked pasta, rice, or orzo added at the...
    Cream of pumpkin soup topped with curried pecans

    Cream of pumpkin soup topped with curried pecans

    serves 4 Creamy and delicious with a delightful crunch of nuts, this sweet and spicy soup is a great way to begin an autumn meal. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup chopped onions 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree 2 cups vegetable broth...