We like this soup a lot, and don’t care that it doesn’t resemble most tortilla soups. My sister’s, for example, is a spicy tomato broth to which chicken, cheese, tortilla chips and other items are added. It’s tasty. Applebee’s version is very cheesy and smooth. Also tasty. But we love our veggies, so this hearty … View Post
Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad
I don’t remember the first time I ate a sweet potato, but I suspect it was the syrupy canned kind at Thanksgiving. My mom didn’t like sweet potatoes and probably was appeasing my father, who did. I haven’t eaten the canned kind in many years, but I clearly remember that unnaturally sweet flavor and weird texture. I … View Post
Summer vegetable soup
It might sound odd to eat soup in the summer, but this is wonderful barely warm or at room temperature. It’s also healthful and takes advantage of some of the bounty of your (or someone else’s) garden. This is great with a crusty bread or cornbread. (See earlier posts on Stilton Parmesan Bread and Spinach … View Post