Acquacotta is the perfect in-between-season soup when it’s still cold outside but you are thinking about spring. The literal translation of the name of this traditional Tuscan soup is “cooked water”, which doesn’t sound very appealing, but truly is rich, savory, and satisfying. This is a rustic peasant dish and […]
Nothing tastes as good as sweet, fresh, August corn. Fortunately, there are some recipes that can be almost as good and very satisfying using frozen corn. Creamy, comforting, and flavorful Corn and Poblano Chowder is just such a recipe (if fresh corn is available, that is always my first choice). […]
Many of us have pleasant memories of growing up with Tomato Soup (Campbell’s) and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. I don’t remember my Mom ever serving us canned tomato soup, but for some reason, I have never been a fan of Tomato Soup. However, this recipe was very popular at D’Amico’s Café […]
This very simple to make soup is unbelievably flavorful! The soup is meatless. However, I do like to make it with chicken stock. You can certainly add a little pancetta or Kielbasa sausage if you like. But it is quite delicious without. The addition of Parmigiano rinds is one reason […]
In Italian: Zuppa di Piselli Spezzati (“soup of broken peas”). As the name implies, this is the Italian interpretation of Split Pea Soup. But this recipe can easily be adapted your own tastes and preferences – use bacon or ham instead of pancetta, make it with vegetable stock and no […]
This flavorful soup is so rich and creamy tasting, it is hard to believe it has no butter or cream in it. Butternut squash is full of vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber, making it a very healthy soup. Dip your spoon into a beautiful creamy bowl of brilliant […]