Update and Redux: J – This soup is originally from the Fields of Greens vegetarian cookbook. I introduced Christina to this book a couple of years ago. She is now a complete fan … especially as a vegetarian. This dish is unexpectedly rich and creamy. Without any cream. Well worth … Continue reading
Category Archives: Soups
Warm Winter Soups Week 2016: Miso Soup with Micro-Green Arugula
C – Cooking can require a lot of technique. I didn’t know about using techniques for cooking food until I worked with Luke and Jim on this blog. Good food requires a lot of technique. It’s what turns a cook into a chef. You just can’t throw everything into a … Continue reading
Cold Remedies 2015: Tofu Wakame Ginger Soup
C – Gluten-free vegetarians don’t have chicken noodle soup to save them when we are sick with a cold. Fake-wheat chicken in clear broth soup is a no-no. Gluten-free noodles? I was a bit worried this year when cold season started and I couldn’t think of an alternative to chicken … Continue reading
Cold Remedies 2015: Chicken Noodle Soup
Update and Redux: J – Over the years, chicken noodle soup has declined in quality … unless you make your own. No wonder Christina doesn’t like American chicken noodle soup. Neither do I. Luke and our friends at Shinsin Chickens saved the day. This recipe is awesome. Super fresh chicken … Continue reading
Cold Remedies 2015: Chicken Rice Soup
Update and Redux: J – I learned about this soup in the early days of Be Mindful. Be Human. First, as a delicious and easy soup. Second, as a very warming cold remedy. Christina goes to it all the time. And, it helped a couple of my Winter colds as … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Week 2015 #2: Leftover Mashed Potato … Soup and Giving Lots of Thanks
C – Happy Thanksgiving!!! It’s been a great year and we are so thankful for so much. Life has given us health, happiness, loving families and great friends. We are so thankful for all of this. We also wanted to thank you for coming to read Be Mindful. Be Human. … Continue reading
Christina’s First Wedding Anniversary Week: Spicy Ginger Carrot Soup
Update and Redux: C – I can’t believe that it’s a year since I got married. It’s been an amazing year for us. I had to pay tribute to a great relationship through all the food I have made and eaten with my husband. I think I honestly won over … Continue reading
Watermelon Week 2015: Watermelon Gazpacho
Update and Redux: J – This is one of those “why didn’t we think of this before” dishes. Simple to make and really good on a hot Summer day. As Christina says, don’t rush to eat it. It needs a day or two to let the flavors come together. Serve … Continue reading
Corn Week: Corn Chowder with Shrimp, Corn, Fresno Chili and Arugula Salad
J – This dish is worth every second you spend making it. Totally! It’s not your ordinary corn chowder, either. All the usual and tasty ingredients are there, along with some nice additions. The big difference is technique and presentation. Luke showing us how it’s done, that is … The … Continue reading
Cucumber Week: Cucumber Avocado Soup
Update and Redux: J – Wow! This post is from way back in the day … Christina even still liked Martha Stewart. And, this dish is still delicious! Super easy for a light soup starter on a Summer evening. What a great start to Cucumber Week. C — Martha Stewart, … Continue reading