Gazpacho
A chilled, refreshing summer soup. Keep this in the fridge for the beach crowd to come in for a light and quick lunch. 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes,peeled, seeded and chopped 1 cup tomato juice 1 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped 1⁄2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1⁄2 cup chopped red onion 1 small jalapeño, seeded […]
Rustic Tomato Soup
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 jar roasted red peppers, rough chopped or pulsed in food processor 5 cloves garlic, minced (about 1⁄3 cup) 4 – 28 ounce cans whole tomatoes, drained, pulsed in food processor […]
Lentil and Ham Soup
11⁄2 cup dried lentils 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped carrots 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups diced cooked ham 1 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme 1⁄2 teaspoon dried oregano 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper 32 ounces chicken broth 1 cup water 8 teaspoons tomato sauce In […]
Black Bean Soup with Quesadillas
2 cans black beans, rinsed & drained 1 onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 4 garlic cloves 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper sour cream, diced red pepper and avocado slices for garnish Place the beans, onion, bell pepper, broth, garlic and cumin into the […]