Pho, or Vietnamese noodle soup, has gained much popularity in the U.S. over the last couple of decades. The big cities on the west coast, populated with so many Asian immigrants and with a constant influx of tourists, have turned pho into a hip, cool dish to eat. Many of my school friends would have…
The tart taste of apples and natural sweetness of sweet potatoes make this butternut apple soup one of my favorite winter treats. I simmer the vegetables in hearty chicken stock with a hint of rosemary and garlic, and the result is a comforting soup that will last for days. You will need: – 2 TBSP…
I’ve been feeling rather brave lately and venturing into new foods. Specifically, we’ve been trying different cuts of meat. So far we’ve tried beef heart and quail, and this month, I bought an oxtail! Also, if you’ve been keeping up with me on Facebook, you know that I’ve been reading the Little House series by…
This lentils dish has gotten rave reviews from everyone who’s tried it, and the amazing part is, IT’S INCREDIBLY EASY and only takes 25 minutes to prepare! You basically throw everything into a pot, saute some onions, mix those two things together, and voila! A side dish that will last you days in leftovers! This…
Soak 2-3 cups of sprouted mung beans in water while you start the broth. Don’t worry about the hulls. You can leave them in there. They get soft. I bought my mung beans from the bulk bean section at Whole Foods. In a 6 qt stock pot, ADD: -4 cups of organic chicken stock/broth -2…