by Helen Kain | Oct 7, 2015 | Fall Recipes, Recipes By Type, Soup, Winter Recipes
As the cold weather sets in, a soup hearty enough to stand on its own for dinner is always welcome. This combination of white beans, chorizo and kale is mouthwateringly delicious (even for the kale-sceptic). It’s equally good with canned beans if you run out of...
by Helen Kain | Feb 15, 2015 | Fall Recipes, Soup, Winter Recipes
On a chilly day, sometimes you just want something hot, but not particularly filling. This tomato soup fits the bill perfectly. Very flavourful, it packs a lot of taste without weighing you down. And it’s a snap to make with ingredients largely to hand....
by Helen Kain | Dec 2, 2012 | Fall Recipes, Recipes By Type, Soup, Winter Recipes
This delicious soup can be made in a number of different ways, so don’t be afraid to add whatever extra vegetables you have on hand for roasting. I’ve made it with butternut squash, pumpkin, broccoli or cauliflower, in addition to the carrots, celery and...
by Helen Kain | Nov 21, 2012 | Blue, By Colour, Desserts, Fall Tablescapes, Green, Mains, Recipes By Type, Soup
We have been in our Cape house for most of November, enjoying the brisk fall breezes and extended autumn of the maritime climate. We invited two couples round for dinner last week, and I debated for a while about an appropriate table setting. Back in...
by Helen Kain | Nov 10, 2012 | Amber, Fall Recipes, Green, Recipes By Type, Soup, Winter Recipes
When winter storms hit, I’m loathe to leave the comfort of the fireplace to venture out into the cold, so I scrounge through my pantry and fridge, hoping for inspiration. Hmmm. Onions. Not too impressive. But wait! French Onion Soup! Very simple to make,...
by Helen Kain | Mar 13, 2012 | Fall Recipes, Recipes By Type, Soup, Winter Recipes
Not just for fall, this soup is a perennial favourite in our house, so I usually double the recipe. The apple adds a touch of sweetness, and the bits of bacon on top provide some salty crunch (if you can keep the kids from munching on them as you prepare the soup). It...
