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Beans are a wonderful food to include frequently in your diet. They provide protein and fiber, and are easier on the environment than animal proteins. This soup uses a frequently overlooked part of the pig to flavor the beans for the best of both worlds. Tip: Ask the butcher counter at your local grocer for […]
Use your favorite fruits to make a refreshing smoothie on a hot summer’s evening. We’ve recommended berries here, because they’re easy to work with in smoothies, but any fruit frozen in bite-sized pieces will work just as well.
Grilling (or broiling) your tomatoes and pepper imparts a lightly smoky, richly complex to this classic cold soup. Serve with a bit of good bread for a light summer meal or bring to your next al fresco gathering for a touch of elegant je ne sais quois.
This easy smoothie is a great nutrient-packed beverage for a breakfast on the go. The best part is that it’s designed to be flexible with what’s in your fridge. Out of kale but have collards? Swap ’em in. Cupboard empty of apricots and dates? What the heck, give raisins a go. Tip: For the best […]
This recipe makes a fantastic appetizer on a warm night. The beautiful thing about chilled soups is that you can make them in advance for a quick and ready side dish anytime.
Use your favorite melon to personalize this delicious soup! If you like gazpacho, this recipe is worth a try. The photo shows a soup made with cantaloupe, but you could easily use watermelon or honeydew: whatever’s fresh and on sale! It’s also a great way to use up leftovers from a multi-melon fruit salad.
This creamy smoothie will kick off your summer’s day with a blend of delicious nutrition. Use any berries you have on hand—just be sure they’re frozen when they go into the smoothie for a properly cold concoction.
This recipe is a protein-filled elevation of tomato soup. Lentils are a wonderful food to learn to cook with if they aren’t yet a staple of your diet. Nutritious, cheap, and easy to flavor any number of ways, they’re a powerhouse ingredient for any kitchen, and especially kitchens minding a budget. This soup uses blending […]