Where Do These Soups Come From?


Updated 01/27/12 10:46 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Traditional Soups From Around the World

From Syrian muhammara to Filipino chicken adobo, YumSugar's world traveler series highlights noteworthy dishes from around the world. And what better dish to examine right now than soup? As climes crawl to cooler temperatures, and the days get shorter, hearths around the earth will be stirring over pots of aromatic, soothing soup. To get you excited for cold-weather cooking (and National Soup Read more

Soups and Stews That Will Warm You Right Up!


Updated 12/08/11 5:00 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 0 comments

Soups and Stews Recipes

Here in San Francisco, we've been experiencing unusually cold weather. It's perfect for this festive time of year, but it leaves me craving hot, flavorful soups and stews to warm up. Some of these recipes require more prep time than others, but the result is well worth it when you dig into that piping hot bowl of flavor. From cioppino to spicy tortilla soup, any of these recipes is a great Read more

10 Healthy Stew Recipes to Warm Up With


Updated 10/28/11 1:42 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Healthy Stew Recipes

It's cold outside, which means a gazpacho just won't do. Instead, beat the chill with a hearty and healthy stew. To get you started, here's a collection of recipes from some of our favorite healthy meat-eatin' and vegan bloggers! The best part about making a stew? It always tastes better the next day — now there's a reason to get snowed in. Read more

Savory Sight: Cranberry Bean and Farro Soup


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cranberry Bean and Farro Soup Recipe

Reader Dara8182 warms up to Fall with this fresh, filling soup recipe, posted in the Savory Sights group. This soup is a warming and filling fall dish, using the best and healthiest fall crops, fresh cranberry beans (aka Barlotti beans) and kale. Add some crumbled chicken sausage and nutty farro and you have an incredibly flavorful meal! This recipe yields enough for some tasty lunches as Read more

10 Lunches to Bring to Work


Updated 05/15/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Easy Work Lunch Recipes

Why not bring your lunch to work, at least a couple days per week? Not only is it a wonderful way to save money, but it's also great for eating a more healthy diet. Since I always bring my lunch to work, I thought I'd inspire you with some of my favorite lunch recipes. Read more

Irish Onion Soup Is a St. Patrick's Day Must Make


Updated 03/11/11 1:13 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Irish Onion Soup Recipe

You're probably scratching your head wondering why this picture, which looks strangely like French onion soup, is labeled Irish onion soup. Well, let me explain. It's a jazzed up variation of the classic onion and bread-topped soup that uses two important Irish ingredients: Guinness and cheddar cheese. It has the same flavors as the traditional rendition, but the beer provides a delicious Read more

Vegetable Soup With Wild Rice, Ham, and Cream


Updated 03/04/11 2:25 PM · Posted by · 12 comments

Recipe For Vegetable Soup With Wild Rice, Ham, and Cream

Has this year's unrelenting Winter weather got you down? If so, take a page from Fresh Tart's book and make yourself this snowstorm-softening soup. When it snows, I make soup.  And complain.  And take ridiculously long baths.  And pretend like I'm still on vacation. John and I were in Costa Rica last week and it was...heavenly.  Too heavenly.  I have been in a massive funk ever since we Read more

Soup's On: Roasted Red Pepper Soup


Updated 02/23/11 11:28 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Roasted Red Pepper Soup Recipe

The other day I had friends over for dinner, and since it was raining, I wanted to serve a comforting meal like soup and sandwiches. The classic soup and sandwich combination is tomato soup and grilled cheese, but I was in the mood for something a little different, something like roasted red pepper soup and grilled cheese sandwiches with prosciutto (stay tuned for that recipe!). This easy soup, Read more

The Key to a Creamy Soup? Cauliflower!


Updated 02/21/11 4:25 PM · Posted by YumSugar · 1 comment

Cream-Less Cauliflower Soup Recipe

During the Winter, there's nothing quite like a bowl of creamy, rich, and comforting soup. However, a cream-based soup, while deliciously decadent, isn't the most friendly of dishes for the waistline. Luckily, our friends at KitchenDaily have developed an awesome recipe for super creamy soup without any cream. The secret ingredient? Cauliflower! To learn their technique, head over to Read more

Come Party With Me: Winter Picnic — Menu


Updated 02/16/11 10:02 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Menu and Recipes For Winter Picnic

Winter might not be the ideal time for planning a picnic, but once a year I like to dust of the grill and invite friends to join me for a meal in the cool outdoors. The key to a successful picnic, no matter the season, is to plan ahead. Most of the food should be made in advance, and when it's going to be cold out, the menu has to have at least one warming dish like soup. I've looked back at all Read more