Wondering what to do with a full head of cauliflower and a good-looking bunch of broccoli? Wonder no more. This soup is a great twist on the usual straightforward version. Roasting the vegetables first had two unexpected rewards. The flavour was outstanding, and there were no gassy after-effects. This is not science; it is opinion….
Bubbie’s Beet Borscht – Celebrate with Colour
I have fond memories of childhood family dinners. There were fun times when my brother, sister and I would jokingly chew with our mouthes wide open, to gross each other out. There were nights when the three of us tried to see who could be the most obnoxious, driving our dad to dine alone with…
Chicken Soup – To cure whatever ails you
Two Montreal Gazette news items (November 14, 2011) related to non-chicken soup cures caught my eye: Kudos to Carmela Mindel, my first mentor, for securing funding from Victor Bertrand Sr. of Mega Brands for the Free Therapy Program at the Argyle Institute of Human Relations. This program benefits people with dependents who live below the…
Mushroom soup – Keep it Simple
For this recipe my staples sufficed. Mushrooms find their way into me on a regular basis. I like their earthy flavour and they marry well with numerous ingredients. I’m always searching for the perfect mushroom soup and will continue varying this recipe until it matches my heart’s desire. Mushroom Soup 2 T olive oil or…



