Make this cauliflower cheese soup in 30 minutes. Rainy days seem to go with soup. When I was little we’d often have grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup for lunch when the weather was nasty. In the often slushy month of March I remember sloshing home from school at lunchtime […]

Minestrone soup is great way to use up extra vegetables. My mom has a way with soup. She finds the greatest recipes and throughout the fall and winter she usually has a pot simmering on the stove. Delicious and hearty, it always hits the spot. She still cooks for a […]

Vegetarian kale and barley stew is hearty and warming.The weather has turned cold so I’m back to craving hearty, warming stews. I suppose this could be a soup if you want to add more broth but on damp, chilly spring days I make it stick-to-your ribs style, thick and full […]

Vegetarian Chili with beer is adaptable so feel free to add any kind of beans or vegetables. (Cubed sweet potato or squash are delicious additions.) Just the thought of chili can warm me on a cold winter’s day. It’s a hearty meal and in many cookbooks you’ll find it listed […]