teacher by day - chef by night
There are many ways to get inspired by food. Sometimes you are craving something. Or you could have an over-abundance of a certain ingredient and strive to use it. Other times you see a recipe or picture of something and know that you MUST make it …
To create this meal I litterally just threw tomatoes in the blender & thought about flavors. Then pureeded batches of tomato & friends went into the pot to be heated/reduced/tasted/enjoyed. Perfect with a quick quesadilla on the side to finish off the “Mexican Tomato Soup & Grilled Cheese Dinner” theme.
Survey says: Rich thought it was a little “earthy tasting” (but he hates beets). My Grandmother called me when she was eating the leftovers I gave her and was “Oohing & Aahhing” over it (love you Grandma). Mom & Dad were both very impressed & thought it was better than they were expecting!
IT’S TOMATO SEASON And just in case you don’t believe me – take a look at my counter!! I love tomatoes and at this point I am still enjoying them and all of their bounty (from our garden & the CSA) – so I am …
I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again: NOW is the Season of Garden Fresh Veggies! If you have a garden I’m sure your are rolling in it’s bounty and if you are shopping for your produce than I am sure that you love …
YUM! This soup is perfect for all seasons and beyond delicious (and easily adaptable!) I first found this recipe on Keep it Simple Foods a few months ago labeled as “Hummus Soup” and decided to wait to make it until I saw my grandmother who …