This fall season, for the first time in my life, I have learned to like shiitake mushrooms, which are also known as black mushrooms in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). I have always loved ginger too—it settles the stomach and warms your insides—doesn’t it? In this broth, the ginger mellows into a savory, umami-rich stock with the qualities…
Traditional Pumpkin Soup Recipe
In the United States, pumpkin is most often used in sweet desserts, muffins, and bread. Around the world, however, it is a popular vegetable for savory dishes such as pumpkin soup made with traditionally made bone broth. My husband grew up in Australia where roasted pumpkin is a very popular choice as a side dish. As…
Cauliflower Soup Recipe, With Purple Peppers And Cashew Cream
This soup was a special request from a friend who ate a cauliflower soup I made a few years ago. One fine day she sent me a photograph of my cauliflower soup and said they had tried to make cauliflower soup over the years, but it was never as good as mine. And could I…
Hamburger Soup Is Nostalgic, Cozy
I grew up eating hamburger soup frequently. Despite the name, there aren’t any pickles or mustard involved in hamburger soup. It simply refers to using ground meat instead of stew meat. My mom’s version was simply a pound of ground meat (she generally used ground turkey), a few cans of vegetables, and a handful of…
Cool and Easy Gazpacho
Summer is a time for frozen desserts and easy grilled chicken recipes, but sometimes you just need something a little heartier, but that doesn’t mean you need to turn on the stove and heat up your house. This cool and easy gazpacho is a great way to incorporate a comforting dish into your summer dinner rotation. The elevated…
Red Lentil Soup (Warm & Hearty)
This Indian-spiced red lentil soup is not only delicious and easy to prepare, but it is also a nutrition powerhouse. Loaded with nutrient-dense foods like fiber- and protein-rich red lentils, hearty, mineral-rich kale, and anti-inflammatory spices like ginger and turmeric, it is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serves 4 Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup onion, chopped…
Broccoli Fennel Soup Recipe
Soups are a great way to nourish the digestive system and give it a break from the typical onslaught that overworks it every single day. This broccoli fennel soup does exactly that. Purpose The purpose of this soup recipe is to make a delicious creation that will not only be accepted by the family, but…
Warming Winter Soup To Build Energy
In accordance with both the seasons and Chinese Medicine’s healing principles I wanted to share this recipe as we move from late fall to winter. The winter months are traditionally the time to eat warm, cooked foods in Traditional Chinese medicine. Salads and other raw foods are too cooling and should be avoided during the…
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