Ruby Poached Pears with Berry Sauce

Ruby Poached Pears with Berry SauceGifts from the Gods

As far back as the 8th century BC, the Greek poet Homer recognized pears as “gifts from the Gods.” Colored green, yellow, brown, red, speckled or rosy blushed; pears are one of the most glorious of fall and winter fruits Continue reading Ruby Poached Pears with Berry Sauce

Paneer Curry w/ Tomatoes, Kale & Peas

Paneer Curry with Tomatoes, Kale & Peas (c) jfhaugenThe Spice of Life

Aah, the wonderful flavors and smells of Indian spices all come together in Paneer Curry with Tomatoes, Kale and Peas, with its delicious balance of spices and veggies and colors and textures. Continue reading Paneer Curry w/ Tomatoes, Kale & Peas

Wild Rice Soup w/ Cremini Mushrooms & Cashew Cream

Mushroom Stock sauteeing the ingredientsLe Pièce de Résistance

As our Month of Soup draws to a close, I’ve saved a most special soup for the final offering. Many of this month’s soups are quick and easy to prepare from items you might already have on hand. Wild Rice Soup, although it is not difficult, will take a little planning Continue reading Wild Rice Soup w/ Cremini Mushrooms & Cashew Cream

Sweet Potato Chowder — Vegan, Gluten & Dairy-Free

Sweet Potato Chowder (c) jfhaugenSweet Potatoes — the Vegetable Indispensable

Our month of soup continues with a very quick vegan, gluten and dairy-free chowder featuring sweet potatoes—both the white and the orange varieties.

If you enjoy the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes Continue reading Sweet Potato Chowder — Vegan, Gluten & Dairy-Free

Winter Squash Soup w/ Apple & Ginger

Winter Squash Soup w/ Apple & GingerMmmm Mmmm . . . An Ideal Soup for Winter & Fall

What a nurturing and delicious soup! Yesterday when I felt a bit under the weather, the winter squash we picked up at the market the day before were calling to me. By combining the best of a few different recipes, I came up with a great recipe to share with you. A most glorious, quick, healthy (vegan, gluten and dairy-free), rich, satisfying Continue reading Winter Squash Soup w/ Apple & Ginger

Creamy Miso Soup w/ Veggies, Greens & Soba Noodles — Home Version

Creamy Miso Soup w/ Vegetables, Greens & Soba Noodles (c) jfhaugenCook Once, Eat Thrice!

Soup can be great for breakfast. On cooler mornings when I have an Japanese Symbol for Healthextra half hour or so, this Creamy Miso Soup is my choice. And then my husband Paul and I continue to appreciate the seemingly endless Continue reading Creamy Miso Soup w/ Veggies, Greens & Soba Noodles — Home Version

Chicken Soup — Good for What Ails You

Chicken Soup (c) jfhaugenA Simple Reminder

So much has been written about Chicken Soup that little more than a simple reminder of its healing properties along with a delicious recipe may be all that are necessary. I’ve refined this recipe over many years Continue reading Chicken Soup — Good for What Ails You