Saturday, January 26, 2019

Reesie's roasted carrot soup

2 cups low sodium  chicken broth 
2cups ramen broth 
1/2 medium onion 
3cloves garlic, peeled  
5 large carrots, peeled & cut into large sticks 
2 small potatoes, peeled & cut into cubes 
1tsp. chili powder 
2 tsp. ginger powder 
1 tsp. lemon juice 
1 can unsweetened coconut  cream  

Put all of the chopped vegetables (carrots, garlic, onion, potatoes) onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle some canola oil on top and sprinkle with the chili powder. Roast in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. 

In a large saucepan over medium heat, mix together the broths, ginger and your roasted vegetables. Cook on the stove until vegetables are soft. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup in the pan until it is creamy. Add in the lemon juice and the coconut cream. Stir together until well blended. 

Serving Suggestions
1. Serve with oyster crackers on the side. 
2. Top with toasted pumpkin seeds for a garnish. 
3. Serve with a nice hearty toasted bread or roll. 

Tips
1. The ramen broth is usually found in the aisle with the other asian ingredients. If you cannot find it, feel free to substitute with a vegetable or chicken broth. 
2. Roasting the vegetables and the peeled garlic cloves add to the flavor, so don't skip the step. 

Saturday, January 12, 2019

Reesie's Roasted Vegetable and Chicken Soup

1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
Spinach, 2-3 handfuls, saute until wilted
Leftover rotisserie chicken, skinless and boneless
Roasted vegetables (brussels sprouts, 1/3 chopped onion, 3 medium carrots - cut in sticks, 1/2 zucchini - cut in sticks)
2 small stalks celery, diced 
2 T. frozen peas
2 C. Prepared quinoa 
2 tsp. minced garlic
2 T. better than bouillon roasted chicken paste
3 C. chicken stock
4 C. water
1 tsp. Penzey's Sunny Paris spice blend
1 tsp. Natures Seasoning spice blend
Dash of chili powder - give it a slight kick

Add all the ingredients to a large stock pot. Simmer on medium low on the stove for at least an hour. 

Serving Suggestions
1. Serve with a slice of toasted marble rye.
2. Serve with a grilled cheese.
3. Serve with oyster crackers. 
4. Or sprinkle with a little bit of cheese before serving.