18 Sunday Apr 2021
Posted in Carrots, Fennel, Gluten Free, Herbs, Lentils, Make Ahead, Mandarin, Vegetarian
Over the years, I’ve gotten considerably more fond of lentils. They are so much more than just soup. I love lentil salads. And that’s almost what this is (and can be!). It makes a great backdrop for a piece of grilled salmon, cod or Branzino. And that’s what we’re doing with it today. Continue reading
10 Saturday Apr 2021
Posted in Condiments, Gluten Free, Onions
The Goddess adores pickled things and this is a favorite. These are fast, easy and delicious. It’s is one of “those” condiments. You want to have a jar of these beauties in the fridge at all times. There are so, so, so many ways to use Pickled Red Onions. Continue reading
19 Friday Mar 2021
Posted in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Parsnips, Pears, Soup, Vegetarian
Tags
bay leaves, bleu cheese, broth, Celery, Garlic, heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, nutmeg, Onions, Parsnips, Pears, Thyme
I enjoyed this lovely soup at the Worcester Museum of Art, in Massachusetts. Their café is a lovely place for lunch and their signature Pear and Wild Mushroom Soup is a must try it. It just stood out, so how could I not try it? Oh, I’m so happy I did, because it’s absolutely delicious. And is the inspiration for this lovely elixir. Continue reading
12 Friday Mar 2021
Posted in Cabbage, Gluten Free Option, Potatoes, Soup, Vegetarian Option
My mother used to make this soup. I have vivid memories of coming home from school, walking into the kitchen and the heavenly scent of this soup, wafting through the room…really, through the whole house! It’s such an autumn or winter soup. It just tastes nourishing. Continue reading
05 Friday Mar 2021
Posted in Celery, Dates, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Salads, Vegetarian
Tags
celery hearts, dates, extra virgin olive oil, fresh mozzarella pearls, lemon juice, lemon zest, slivered almonds
We tend to overlook celery much too often. Oh sure, we eat celery stick with Buffalo wings and on veggie trays with dips. But they don’t really let celery shine, do they? In this salad, celery has the starring roll. This is delicious for a dinner party and is best made several hours before serving. Trust me when I tell you, your guests will want more! Continue reading
29 Friday Jan 2021
Posted in Eggplant, Fennel, Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, Mediterranean Flavors, Soup, Tomatoes, Vegetarian
Tags
diced tomatoes, dry chicken base, dry white wine, Eggplant, fennel bulb, garlic granules, herbs, olive oil, onion, parmesan rinds, parmigiano reggiano cheese, sour dough bread, sugar, tomatoe paste
We’ve done Eggplant Parmesan Soup, lo those many years ago, when we began this little adventure. I loved that version, but as you must be sick to death of hearing, The Goddess is a Being who enjoys change…and it just so happens she had some really nice fennel, ergo this version was born! Continue reading
28 Thursday Jan 2021
Posted in Braising, Fennel, Garlic, Gluten Free, Lemon, Make Ahead, Onions, Thyme, Veal
Tags
artichoke hearts, butter, chicken stock, Chives, fennel bulb, Garlic, lemon zest, Onions, pearl onions, Thyme, unflavored gelatin, Veal, white wine
I haven’t cooked a veal breast in years. The last one I made was stuffed and it was good, but…. Well, let’s put it this way, it didn’t make my taste buds do cartwheels. This one, which is based on Jacques Pépin’s recipe, does! Continue reading
04 Friday Dec 2020
Posted in Braising, Eggplant, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mint, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option
Tags
Asian eggplants, bell pepper, broth, chili garlic sauce, Eggplant, Garlic, ghee, Mushrooms, Onions, pomegranate molasses, rice flour, Spices, Walnuts
I love eggplant…my favorite ways are usually the way the Asian use them. Salty, sweet with a crispy exterior and a creamy interior…but, then there’s baba ganoush. And the Brazilians serve it simply grilled, with maybe a drizzle of olive oil and vinegar. Okay…so it really doesn’t matter in what cuisine the flavors lay, I’m there for eggplant! Continue reading
28 Wednesday Oct 2020
Posted in Brussels Sprouts, Gluten Free, Soup, Thyme, Vegetarian
Tags
Asiago cheese, bay leaf, Brussels Sprouts, curry powder, dry thyme, fresh fennel, fresh spinach, Garlic, Leeks, parsnip, potato, vegetable base, white carrot
Brussels Sprout and Fennel Chowder. Hmmmm. Intriguing, no? There’s cabbage soup, so why not Brussels sprouts, in liquid form. Well, folks, it works and it works well. This soup is vegetarian, even vegan, if you omit the cheese (but why would you?). It’s filling, without being heavy. And most importantly, it just tastes really, really delicious. Continue reading
18 Sunday Oct 2020
Posted in Apples, Bleu, Celery, Cheese, Fennel, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Vegetarian, Walnuts
Tags
allspice, apples, bleu cheese, celery heart, cider reduction, Dijon mustar, fennel bulb, lemon juice, mayonnaise, Scallions
When autumn arrives, so do apples and pears. In abundance. Today, The Goddess is focusing on apples. The varieties of older and new apples has positively exploded. And that’s a delicious thing. This salad is very close to a Waldorf Salad. But, of course, The Goddess made a couple of changes. This graces our Thanksgiving table almost every year. Continue reading
