Category Archives: Gourmet Soups

Gourmet Soups

Hvidløgssuppe

Hvidløgssuppe

Ingredients 15 cloves of garlic 2 tbsp olive oil 2 leek 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley 1 diced capsicum 1-2 tbsp white flour 1 can chopped tomatoes 11/2 quarts chicken stock 1/2 cup white wine 1 touch of cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon dried dill weed salt pepper   Directions Sauté the chopped garlic quickly … Read More

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Sracciatella

Ingredients 2 eggs 1/4 cup of fresh grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup of fresh Italian flat leaf parsley, chopped 1/8 tsp of nutmeg 1/4 tsp of salt 1/4 tsp of white pepper 1 quart can of chicken broth 2 chicken breast, cooked and shredded 1 … Read More

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Spinach and Tortellini Soup

INGREDIENTS •  1 pound of fresh baby spinach •  1 medium yellow onion, chopped •  2 cloves of garlic, chopped •  3 Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil •  1 Tablespoons of butter •  1 quart of chicken broth or stock •  1/2 teaspoons of … Read More

homemade beef stock

Homemade Beef Stock

The skill with stock is to roast the bones first for a great caramelized flavor, then to slowly heat them in simmering water for 3 to 4 hours. The beef stock will gain more flavor by adding beef scraps, stew meat and aromatic vegetables and … Read More

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Pasta e Fagioli

INGREDIENTS 6 cups of chicken broth or vegetable broth 4 clove of crushed garlic 1 onion chopped 2 15oz cans of cannellini beans 2 150z cans of crushed tomatoes 1 teaspoons dried oregano 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup of red wine 1 … Read More

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Spinach and Tortellini Soup

  INGREDIENTS •  1 pound of fresh baby spinach •  1 medium yellow onion, chopped •  2 cloves of garlic, chopped •  2 Tbls of extra virgin olive oil •  1 Tbls of butter •  1 quart of chicken broth or stock •  1/2 tsp … Read More

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Butternut Apple Soup

Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds butternut squash (1 small) 1 1/2 pounds Jonathan or Granny Smith apples (3 large) 3 cups water 2 teaspoons granulated sugar Pinch of ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground white pepper 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 cup heavy whipping cream … Read More

Cioppino

Cioppino Fisherman’s Warf Style

Ingredients: STEW BASE 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 cups sliced onion 2 tablespoons minced garlic Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/4 cup tomato paste 1 cup dry white wine 2 1/2 pounds vine-ripened tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped 1 red bell pepper, … Read More

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Avocado Soup with Shrimp and Salsa

Usually served chilled, this Latin American soup is also delicious at room temperature. The zesty tomato salsa provides a lively contrast to the rich and creamy flavor of the avocado. Fresh cooked crab meat can be substituted for the shrimp, if you like. For Vegetarian … Read More

Thai Basil Chicken Soup with Asparagus

Thai Basil Chicken Soup with Asparagus

4 servings Ingredients Thai Basil Chicken Broth: 1 whole chicken, (about 2 1/2 to 3 pounds) 12 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems and caps separated, reserving caps for crepes 1 celery stalk, cut in half 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut in half 1 medium onion, … Read More

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Homemade Vegetable Broth

Ingredients 2 cups large dice yellow onions 2 cups large dice leeks, green and white parts, well rinsed 2 cups assorted mushroom trimmings, wiped clean 1 cup large dice carrots 1 cup large dice celery 1 cup large dice radishes 1 cup large dice parsnips … Read More

Artichoke & Lemon Soup with Ricotta Dumplings

Artichoke & Lemon Soup with Ricotta Dumplings

Ingredients: 3 Onions (sliced) 2 Cups Garlic (sliced) 5 Stalks Celery (sliced) 1 Large Leek (sliced) 4 Lemons (zest & juice) 1⁄2 Bunch Parsley (washed) 1 Bay Leaf 1 Tbsp Peppercorns, Black Salt (to taste) 1 Can (12-15 large pieces) Artichokes (reserve juice as well) … Read More