For the fifth meal of the Cuizoo Arsenal, I was planning to do a hearty soup. Because this time of year especially, it is a fantastic one pot meal for cold days. I thought I'd do something with beans and maybe some sausage, because that is an almost weekly occurrence for us. But after doing … Continue reading Quick African Chicken Stew with Sweet Potatoes and Pumpkin Seeds
Vegetable Soup with Basil Pistou
I read this article in the New York Times yesterday (Told to Eat Its Vegetables, America Orders Fries). Here's a little quote to blow your mind: For example, only 23 percent of meals include a vegetable, Mr. Balzer said. (Again, fries don’t count, but lettuce on a hamburger does.) Truthfully, I am not surprised by … Continue reading Vegetable Soup with Basil Pistou
Corn and Zucchini Bisque
Making soup is one of my greatest pleasures. Â After you know the basic models and processes, you can do just about anything and use up just about anything. Â It is a tremendous stress reliever for me too -- before every presidential debate (I get a little worked up over politics), I have to make soup … Continue reading Corn and Zucchini Bisque
Rustic Ham, Bean, and Spring Green Soup
Our spring this year has been very dreary. Â And cold. Â And cloudy. Â Actually that is pretty typical, I think. Â We get one sunny day and I am nearly manic -- excited to exercise and clean and parent with limitless energy. Â But then we have to endure at least three cloudy and cold days because of … Continue reading Rustic Ham, Bean, and Spring Green Soup
Make Your Own Asian Noodle Bowl
 "Make Your Own" anything is always a popular choice with kids.  And in my family of control freaks (the males) and perfectionists (the females), it is especially popular. (I should add that I am a perfectionist because a control freak sounds too negative.  Shut up.  I know they are essentially the same thing).  Anyway, … Continue reading Make Your Own Asian Noodle Bowl