Feeling under the weather, we modified Andrea Nguyen’s chicken back and celery rice (http://piglettedc.tumblr.com/post/116232038826/vietnamese-chicken-back-and-celery-rice-recipe) to make a comforting porridge. First, using a pressure cooker, we combined two large chicken backs and some additional chicken skin (from freezer), about 6 inches of peeled ginger (cut into 1-inch penny slices and each lightly smashed), 2 large shallots… Continue reading Vietnamese-inspired chicken congee with celery
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Armenian tomato and bulgur soup
This is a great recipe if you’re feeling under the weather. Using a medium Dutch oven, bring 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth to a boil. Separately, using a small pan, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil (the recipe calls for 2 Tbsp) on medium heat then sauté 1 small chopped onion. When onion is halfway cooked,… Continue reading Armenian tomato and bulgur soup
Lemon-ginger tea
Another recipe from WebMD that has helped my sore throat. You just need 4 lemons, a handful of fresh ginger, hot water, and some honey. I recommend using at least 10 cups water to make sure the drink is not too acidic. Recipe here: http://www.m.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-guide/chicken_soup_and_recipes_for_cold (Apr. 2015)
Cinnamon ginger tea
I was amazed to find this recipe on WebMD: Combine ½ cup thinly sliced fresh ginger, 6 cups water, and 2 cinnamon sticks in a saucepan, then simmer for 20 minutes (or longer for a stronger tea). Add 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar, strain, and serve. http://www.m.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-guide/chicken_soup_and_recipes_for_cold
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