Many of us were raised on Mother Goose – sweet nursery rhymes and childrens’ songs that are at least a couple hundred years old. They were sung to us with safety, comfort, warmth, and love in the arms of our parents. Nursery rhymes cause wonderful memories that we want to pass along to our children.
Soups
Seafood Chowder
During these days of isolation due to covid19, we all need something to smile about. The internet is filled with gifs and memes, and stories that sound a bit like a Folger’s coffee commercial. It has been interesting to see how important and meaningful certain things are — things that I used to take for … Read more Seafood Chowder
Klassisk Ärtsoppa – Classic Swedish Pea Soup
Sweden is a country with lots of food traditions. There are holidays for all sorts of foods: Fat Tuesday (the day before Lent begins) is celebrated by eating “semlor”, a dense pastry with almond paste and loads of whipped cream. March 25th – “våffeldagen” or Waffle Day. August 8th – crayfish is served on the … Read more Klassisk Ärtsoppa – Classic Swedish Pea Soup
Chili Under Pressure
I love soups and stews. Comfort food to me is all about lots of veggies cooked in a flavourful broth, with some good lean meat thrown in. Forget pasta. Forget bread. And definitely forget anything fried. Give it to me fresh, hot, and FAST. Even when life is at its craziest, I crave food that … Read more Chili Under Pressure
Chicken, Artichoke, and Cannellini Spezzatino
My mother-in-law was not a fan of stew. She told me on several occasions that stew is for people who are “too lazy to make soup”. I (respectfully) disagree with her opinion, and believe that stew is more practical for those days when I don’t have time to cut veggies into dainty little pieces to be gracefully slurped along with copious amounts of broth. Give me something thick and hearty. And sooner, rather than later!
Beef or Lamb Bone Broth
Miracle-working — or media hype. Trend-setting — or something your grandmother did. Bone broth has been in the health and dietary spotlight for quite a few years now. As one of the least trendy people on the planet, my name is Carlotta, and I like bone broth.
Autumn Beef Stew for Slow Cooker
I am embarrassed to admit that I actually like the shorter days of autumn. Seriously! During the long daylight hours of summer, I need to be outdoors from sunrise to sunset. When darkness hits about 6:00, I treasure evening in the cosiness of our home.
Herbed Croutons
What is the best way to top a salad or bowl of homemade soup? CROUTONS, of course! Using those final slices of a loaf of gluten free bread allows me to enjoy croutons without regret.
Spicy Asian Chicken and Bok Choy Soup
Have you ever noticed that the hotter the climate, the hotter the food? There are several reasons for extra-spicy food closer to the Equator – protecting people from spoiling food, stimulating appetite in hot weather, and increasing metabolism to induce sweating so the body feels cooler.
Quick White Chicken Chili
Springtime in Minnesota is unpredictable, beautiful, annoying, and fickle. Admire early blooms one day, shovel snow the next. Grill and sit in the sun one day, shiver and build a fire for warmth the next.
