The Oscars are this evening, and we've spent the last few weeks gearing up for the big show! Before the stars hit the red carpet, take a look back at the exciting events from years past as well as what this year's nominees have been up to so far this award season.
The slow cooker isn't just great for braised meats and stews; it's also the ideal vehicle for making smooth and creamy blended soups. This recipe is a staple of mine; it's wonderful on the fly because it calls for commonplace ingredients like broth and canned plum tomatoes.
When pureeing the hot soup, I recommend allowing it to cool slightly and partially covering it as you use an immersion blender. Or, opt for a standing blender if you're worried about being splashed by hot soup.
For a complete meal, serve with crusty homemade garlic bread and, if you want to add a little more protein, a topping of crispy baked prosciutto. See the recipe when you read more.
I was lucky enough to enjoy both Bobby Flay and Michael Symon's demonstrations at last weekend's food festival in South Beach. However, if I had to choose between the two, I'd pick Bobby. I just love that guy!
