Pimp My Broth!

Meal 7 of 31:  Back to Basics After you cook your whole chicken and then make some broth, then what?  Well, a lot; however, this soup is a great way to use some extras that are in your refrigerator at the end of the week. For this, I chopped an onion, red pepper, parsnip, summer squash and 2 stalks of...

Broccoli and Bacon Soup

I have to admit that this soup was strictly inspired by the bowl.  My husband thinks it is an ugly bowl; however, I’m on the side of it is so ugly that it’s cute!  By the way, the soup is amazing ~ no cream needed here.  The parsnip gives it a full-bodied smooth texture. 12 ounces...

Cioppino

This is another great soup that is so versatile! Use the seafood that is fresh in your area or that you just love. I used halibut ~ use cod if you want. I used mussels ~ you can use clams…or use both! I used shrimp and scallops…add or substitute crab and/or lobster. Have fun with this…I...

Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Cherry Sauce

My dad has always loved fruits with meats, and I’m late to the party on this one, but am now sold.  The cherries have been amazing this season and with the saltiness/smokiness of the pork, this is a great marriage of flavors. 1-2 pork tenderloin(s) Sea salt & ground pepper 1 tablespoon walnut...

Crab, Bacon & Parsnip Chowder

This is the first time I have subbed parsnips for potatoes in a chowder, and I have to say that you can’t even tell.  Both are root veggies and have similar textures, so why not?!  This recipe takes some prep time but it is sooo worth it in the end! 16 oz lump crab meat 5 thick pieces of bacon,...