I started out making a Creamy Vegetable Soup that is grain free and a quick and easy recipe. Then I just added shredded cooked chicken to the recipe and had this version. There’s no need to use arrowroot, cornstarch, or other starches to thicken this soup. There are several ways to use vegetables, nuts, seeds, …
Creamy Vegetable Soup {grain free}
There are a couple of very good reasons to love this soup. One. There’s no need to use arrowroot, cornstarch, or other starches to thicken the soup. There are several ways to use vegetables and other ingredients to thicken soups and stews without using a starch. In this recipe I use puréed cauliflower. Two. It …
Soupe au Pistou
Lately I’ve been topping off my soup with pesto to eat more greens and add some additional flavor to it. I recently discovered I was making what is essentially a Provençal version of minestrone soup. Unlike my classic Minestrone Soup and my Smokey Minestrone Soup this recipe uses fresh tomatoes and no tomato paste or …
Shepherd’s Pie {veggie}
Shepherd’s pie (also known as cottage pie, circa 1791) is historically made with minced meat and a top layer of mashed potatoes. Fast forward, here’s my favorite rendition, veggie style, and easily modified to suit your veggie and protein choices. There are couple of things I love about this recipe, starting with the savory flavor …
Broccoli “Cheddar” Soup {dairy free}
Broccoli and cheddar cheese go together so well, but sometimes you want to keep the dairy on the low to no status, or you must avoid it. Have no fear. This soup has the same flavor and thick texture of my broccoli cheddar soup without any cheddar cheese. And it’s low in carbs and checks …
Simple & Gentle Vegetable Broth {quick & easy}
This recipe came about one evening when I needed a very simple vegetable broth to use as a light soup for matzo balls. I had leeks, carrots, and dill in the refrigerator so that’s what I used. And since I needed it fast, I used my Instant Pot to pressure cook the ingredients in water. …