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There are many things that I love about Europe, but one of them is the seasonal availability of asparagus, straight from the farmer. These organic asparagus cost us in the region of €4.50 a kilogram and we always buy a bundle when we are travelling. When we were on the Midi Canal we walked past … Continue reading Recipe For Asparagus Soup
This prawn broth recipe makes for a great soup base for any shellfish. I love making broths for supper. It has been a long and wet winter and on a cold night, nothing seems to warm the soul as much as a hearty dish of warm something! Most often than not, that something is a … Continue reading Prawn Broth | Soup Recipe To Use As A Base
This recipe for carrot and beetroot soup is meant to to be served cold. It is perfect for a hot summers day and full of nutritious goodness. When we first to moved to Gordons Bay we were on a serious budget. My grocery bill was carefully calculated and there was no disposable income to spend … Continue reading Carrot And Beetroot Soup
I made fish soup using locally caught and sustainable hake. I purchase from our local fishmonger to support small business in our area. I do not like the word diet. It conjures up starving yourself, or fads. I like the term healthy eating plan instead. This year we changed our eating plan. We've always eaten … Continue reading Fish Soup Made With Sustainable Hake
This recipe for Sweetcorn And Basil Velouté is my recreation of the one made by Liam Tomlin. I now have the recipe book in which it features and I did not get it quite right. But, in my opinion, it is all about the flavour, and there I was spot on. I have come across … Continue reading Sweetcorn And Basil Velouté
This recipe for Cold Cucumber And Avocado Soup reminds me of my mom. It is not Dave's favourite, and so I reserve it to make for days he is not home. It is one of the recipes that I could make over and over again. Yesterday, I posted a recipe for flour tortillas that I made … Continue reading Cold Cucumber And Avocado Soup
I want to thank all the bloggers who took part in this challenge. At the beginning, I was not going to take part. But, Paula was going to have her ingredient list 'orphaned' so I decided to participate. I love making food with a random set of ingredients and so this challenge is a pleasure … Continue reading Turnip And Spinach Soup
This roasted red pepper and tomato soup is packed full of flavour and perfect for a cold night, or when you are not feeling too well. When I set the challenge for this week, to make use of peppers (capsicums), I had not yet seen the Vinatics theme for the month. As soon as I … Continue reading Roasted Red Pepper And Tomato Soup
Last year I rushed my entry into the Woolworths Soup Competition as we were heading for our annual overseas trip. I entered three soup recipes, based on the concept of the soups currently sold by Woolworths at that time. One of my entries was my broccoli and cheese soup recipe. I thought this would be … Continue reading Carrot And Beef Short Rib Soup Recipe
Anyone who knows me, will know I am a Woolworths 'baby'. My clothes, my food, my cutlery all come from Woolworths. Since I first earned my own money, and had my own house, I have bought all my food from Woolworths. My father just nods, and Dave's eyes roll back when ever my answer to … Continue reading Gezpacho
A Crayfish Bisque is a seasoned shellfish purée which is used as a basis for a soup. The shells are used to make the bisque, and the process is long and results in a small amount of purée relative to the amount of effort. You need to be patient with the initial process in order … Continue reading Crayfish Bisque
I thought long and hard about what my entry would be to the Woolworths soup competition and decided that this easy and delicious Broccoli And Cheese Soup could possibly be a winner. I have received so many comments about this recipe and I am hoping that this fits in with the easy ready to heat … Continue reading Broccoli And Cheese Soup