Month: June 2017

Prepare yourself for a real treat if you haven’t discovered this traditional Mexican soup.   This soup screams with authentic flavor and the aroma is to die for. Simple and quick to make. For a vegetarian meal, leave out the

[Food Tip: Fennel is an aromatic herb similar in looks to dill. Both the root and the leaves have a mild licorice flavor. Fennel dates back to the ancient Green and Roman days and was thought in Rome to aid with weight loss.] This

It’s time to get out those favorite soup bowls, light the candles, and prepare a simple mixed green salad to accompany this meal. Ingredients: cooking spray 1/4 cup pecans, chopped 1 teaspoon margarine or butter 1 medium sweet

[Mood Tip: Seafood chowders are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, as well as calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, nutrients that aid in brain function and mood regulation. For example, a study from the National Institute

Spinach adds to the freshness of this hearty main-course Italian soup. For a twist, chop all ingredients small to compliment the rice-shaped pasta. Experiment with different ingredients or if you like more or less of an ingredient.

[Food Tip: Gumbo, a Southern regional dish, is a thick stew with a spicy Creole tomato base that typically includes fish, foul, sausage, or a combination of the three. Okra, a vegetable often used in gumbos due to its delicate flavor

[Food Tip: Fagioli is a classic Italian soup made up of pasta, beans, and vegetables] Serve with a crisp green salad. Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup sweet yellow onion, chopped 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped 1/2 cup