
“Un-stuffed” Cabbage Roll Soup
My Comfort du Jour twist on stuffed cabbage is what you might call a “deconstruction,” and it makes the classic dish a lot more approachable with minimal effort.

Leftover Turkey Gumbo
This gumbo is helping me clear out the fridge! It has heat, smoke, chunky vegetables and an all-day simmer, and that’s covering all the bases for my post-holiday cravings.

Creamy Curried Butternut-Cauliflower Soup
This creamy, Indian-spiced soup is bringing a whole lot of healthy to Meatless Monday, and you may as well make a large batch of it, because the leftovers warm up great!

Welcome Autumn Whole Grain and Bean Soup
Chock full of hearty whole grains and classic fall flavors, the comforting nature of this soup is exactly the way I want to usher in my favorite season.

Heirloom Tomato and Grilled Watermelon Gazpacho
Though gazpacho is most often served as a starter, I’ve turned mine into a cool summer meal, with addition of paprika-dusted grilled sweet shrimp and creamy cubes of avocado.

Creamy Tomato Bisque
My version includes a bit of red bell pepper and carrot for a touch of extra flavor and sweetness. Great on its own, or with any kind of sandwich.