Slightly Persian Short Rib Soup

Slightly Persian Short Rib Soup Serves 4 Hint Dehydrated organic potato flakes (formerly known as Instant Mashed Potatoes) are wonderful soup thickeners that enable you to avoid the weird glisten of cornstarch. They do add a slight texture to soup … Continue reading →

Southwest Black Bean Soup

Southwest Black Bean Soup Serves 4 Inspiration One of my favorite southwest/Mexican foods is Southwest Black Beans and Peppers. When there is some left over it becomes this delicious and hearty soup. Hints Unsweetened cocoa powder adds a base richness … Continue reading →

Southwest Black Beans with Peppers

Southwest Black Beans with Peppers Serves 6 Inspiration I love Mexican/Southwest flavors, particularly those accented with lime juice, chili peppers and fermented black beans. Every time I pass a Taco Truck I begin dreaming about those complex, fascinating flavors. Within … Continue reading →