We tried this recipe: https://www.skinnytaste.com/turkey-pumpkin-chili/ We reduced the cayenne and added a bit more broth to reduce viscosity (caused by the pumpkin puree). We also added only a handful of baby spinach. This was tasty. We garnished with cilantro and lime wedges. (May 2021)
Tag: soups and stews
Korean wakame seaweed soup with shiitake and minced pork
We made this on the fly: first, soak about ½ oz dried wakame, broken into 1" shards (about 1.5 dry cups) in room temperature water for 30 mins; leave soaked until ready to use. At the same time, soak 7-8 dried shiitakes in hot water for 20-30 mins; drain, trim off and discard stems, and… Continue reading Korean wakame seaweed soup with shiitake and minced pork
Vegetarian chili skillet
We tried this NYT recipe for lunch: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1017704-vegetarian-skillet-chili?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share We concur with the recipe author that the pickled onions (and lime pickling liquid) is key. Our modifications: first, we added ½ yellow bell pepper (diced) to the onion. Second, we used 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp frozen oregano leaves (about 5 leaves), and ¼ tsp… Continue reading Vegetarian chili skillet
Moroccan turkey-beef kefta meatballs, pressure cooker style
We tried this SkinnyTaste recipe: https://www.skinnytaste.com/moroccan-meatballs/ Our modifications: first, we used ½ lb each minced beef and turkey instead of 1 lb minced beef. Second, to add a beefy flavor (to counterbalance the turkey), we added 1 Tbsp beef stock to the meatball mixture and 2 Tbsp beef stock to the tomato sauce. Third, for… Continue reading Moroccan turkey-beef kefta meatballs, pressure cooker style
Italian-style sausage, bean, and spinach soup
We tried this Rachael Ray recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/sausage-beans-and-broccoli-rabe-soup-recipe-1942314 Our modifications: first, we browned 1 lb (2 links) of sliced Italian spicy chicken sausage in olive oil. Second, we added only the onion, potato, carrot, and garlic. Third, we deglazed with some chicken broth, then we added the remaining broth (2 quarts). We folded in the beans… Continue reading Italian-style sausage, bean, and spinach soup
Kichidi (Indian savory rice and red lentil porridge)
We tried this Padma Lakshmi recipe: https://www.padmalakshmi.com/copy-of-keralan-crab-cakes Because we did not have sambhar curry powder or curry leaves, we followed the spice mixture (black mustard seeds, ground cumin, and dried hot chilis) adapted by the Washington Post: https://www.washingtonpost.com/recipes/kitchari/17359/. Our modifications: first, along the lines of Padma’s original recipe, we sauteed the spice mixture until the… Continue reading Kichidi (Indian savory rice and red lentil porridge)
Roasted root vegetable soup with curry flavors
We followed this recipe to make use of vegetables in our pantry: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1020950-any-vegetable-soup?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Our modifications: first, preheat oven to 400. Peel and dice (into 1.5" dice) 2 large carrots, 3 small Korean sweet potatoes, 1 large russet potato, and 1 medium purple-topped turnip. Toss in 1 Tbsp canola oil and ½ tsp each salt and… Continue reading Roasted root vegetable soup with curry flavors
Korean soybean soup with vegetables
We tried this Maangchi recipe: https://www.maangchi.com/recipe/baechu-doenjang-guk Our modifications: we didn’t have napa cabbage, so we used one Idaho potato and three types of fresh Asian mushrooms (shiitake, bonapi, and enoki) and 1 scallion. We did not need to parboil any vegetables, and the potato already has starch. We combined dried anchovies, soybean paste, one chopped… Continue reading Korean soybean soup with vegetables
Harissa white bean and broccolini stew
We tried this NYT recipe: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1020754-spicy-white-bean-stew-with-broccoli-rabe?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share Our modifications: first, we added ¼ lb (4 oz) small diced Wisconsin summer sausage, which we browned and then set aside, adding later with the chopped florets. Second, in lieu of preserved lemon, we used 2 dried Persian limes (which we reconstituted in hot water for 20 mins and… Continue reading Harissa white bean and broccolini stew
Rotisserie chicken lemon soup
We loosely followed this recipe: https://www.spendwithpennies.com/greek-lemon-chicken-soup/. Our modifications: first, we used ½ rotisserie chicken, which we separated into meat and bones/skin. We sauteed the bones and skin, then removed them before sauteeing the vegetables. Second, we used 1 cup ditalini instead of orzo. Third, for herbs, we used a bay leaf, ½ tsp dried thyme,… Continue reading Rotisserie chicken lemon soup
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