Category: Soups & Salads
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Vermont Cheddar Guinness Soup
Looking for something a little different to warm you up during this cold season? I have just the thing. This soup is luscious, hearty and tangy. The bell peppers and onions add a sweetness to the base, and make sure there is some nutritional value. The white cheddar cheese and…
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Kale & Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Blue Cheese, Dried Cherries & Almonds
The author wants to help readers figure out what to do with farmer’s market finds this summer! This salad keeps kitchens cool in the hot months. This salad is fiber-rich and packed with protein, and vegetarian.
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Mexican-style Street Corn Salad with Cumin-dusted Pork Chops
Oh my goodness, all of the colors and textures and flavors of this salad make me so happy! First, I must say that I have no authority to determine any authenticity of the salad being Mexican at all. I just love the toppings of Mexican Street Corn. I had a…
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White Bean & Potato Soup
Maybe I need to say that one of my favorite things to make and eat is soup. At one time, when I wasn’t sure if I would get the job at JWU, I considered opening a spot called “Soup and a Side,” where there would be daily soups and their…
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Velvety Potato Soup
This velvety potato soup is one of Jack’s favorites. As you will see, I do many versions of potato soups with all kinds of differences, but if Jack asks for it – this is the one he means. It is smooth and velvety in texture. We add homemade sourdough croutons,…
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Crispy Sourdough Croutons
Most of the creamy soups that I make call for these crispy sourdough croutons. I am addicted to our local artisan breadmakers, Verdant Bread. If you are in the Charlotte area, you must check them out. Sometimes I am super lucky when the JWU breads classes are giving out class-made…
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Chicken Noodle Soup
It is that time of year when I feel like everyone I know is coming down with or getting over something. This chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food to make anyone feel better! Full of delicious and tender chicken, vegetables and noodles, I crave it anytime I don’t…
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Hot & Sour Soup with Shrimp
I remember the first time I had this soup on the West Bank of New Orleans where there is a large Vietnamese population. Groups of us would go so we could try many things and just share it all. Nine Roses had this soup which, of course, I had to…
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Cucumber-Onion Salad
This was a childhood favorite in my family. My mom always preferred it a bit more vinegar-y, while I like it a little sweeter. You can easily adjust this to your taste. It only takes an hour or so to marinate and soften the onions, and impart the flavor. Serve…