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Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Soup
Soup Middle Eastern

Red Lentil and Swiss Chard Soup

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
55 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak lentils in a bowl with water to cover for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil and bouillon in a stockpot over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and curry powder into onion mixture. Cook and stir until onion is tender and browned, adding a few spoonfuls of vegetable broth if needed to prevent burning, about 10 minutes more.
  3. 3 Drain lentils and stir into onion mixture with remaining broth; bring soup to a boil. Cover stockpot, reduce heat, and simmer until lentils are soft, 30 to 45 minutes.
  4. 4 Trim chard leaves, stack together, and cut into 3/4-inch strips. Stir chard into soup and cook until softened, about 10 minutes more.

By Carolyn LaLumiere Miller

Smoked Carrot Bisque
Soup American

Smoked Carrot Bisque

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
225 min
Total
245 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place whole, peeled carrots onto smoker rack. Smoke 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  2. 2 Heat vegetable oil in a 1 1/2 to 2 gallon soup pot over medium heat. Stir in onions, jalapeno pepper, and garlic, cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Chop carrots, and add to onions along with celery; continue cooking another 5 to 10 minutes until the celery softens.
  3. 3 Stir in turmeric and curry powder until evenly distributed; pour in vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  4. 4 Strain the vegetables out of the soup and puree in a blender until smooth. Pour the puree back into the soup, and continue simmering 30 minutes more.
  5. 5 Whisk butter into soup until melted, then stir in cream, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Strain soup through a fine mesh strainer before serving.

By PappaBMc

Creamy Cauliflower With Ginger Soup
Soup American

Creamy Cauliflower With Ginger Soup

4.3

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep saute pan until shimmering.
  2. 2 Add cauliflower, then onion; saute, stirring very little at first, then more frequently, until vegetables start to turn golden brown, 7 to 8 minutes.
  3. 3 Reduce heat to low and add butter, sugar and garlic; continue cooking until all vegetables are a rich spotty caramel color, about 10 minutes longer.
  4. 4 Add ginger, turmeric, saffron and cayenne pepper; continue to saute until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute longer.
  5. 5 Add broth; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until cauliflower is tender, about 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Using an immersion blender or traditional blender, puree until very smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute. (If using a traditional blender, vent it either by removing the lid's pop-out center or by lifting one edge of the lid. Drape the blender canister with a kitchen towel. To 'clean' the canister, pour in a little half-and-half, blend briefly, then add to the soup.)
  7. 7 Return to pan (or a soup pot); add enough half-and-half so the mixture is souplike, yet thick enough to float garnish. Taste, and add salt and pepper if needed. Heat through, ladle into bowls, garnish and serve.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Moroccan Harira (Bean Soup)
Soup African

Moroccan Harira (Bean Soup)

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together beef stock and lentils in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and keep at a simmer while preparing onion.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, cinnamon stick, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add to stock mixture.
  3. 3 Pour garbanzo beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, and quinoa into stock mixture; stir and bring to a boil. Stir in parsley and cilantro; reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.
  4. 4 Drizzle lemon juice over soup to serve.

By modestalmond

Cindy's Snappy Sensational Superfood Soup
Soup American

Cindy's Snappy Sensational Superfood Soup

3.9

Prep
25 min
Cook
480 min
Total
505 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the potatoes, spinach, carrots, turnips, garlic, and lentils in a slow cooker. Pour enough water over the mixture to cover.
  2. 2 In a bowl, stir the fresh basil, chili powder, cinnamon, dried basil, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, ground ginger, sea salt, and black pepper; stir into the slow cooker.
  3. 3 Cover the cooker, and cook on High for 8 hours.

By CJ

Tofu and Noodle Coconut-Curry Soup
Soup Asian

Tofu and Noodle Coconut-Curry Soup

3.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the onion and garlic until tender. Stir in water, carrots, and zucchini. Season with coriander, cumin, turmeric, ginger, and curry powder. Mix in tofu, and continue cooking 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender and tofu is heated through.
  2. 2 Bring the broth to boil in a large pot, and cook the noodles about 3 minutes. Stir tofu and vegetables into the pot. Mix in evaporated milk and coconut extract. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking until noodles are soft.

By FLAMINGOFLUFF

Egg Kulambu
Soup Indian

Egg Kulambu

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the eggs into a saucepan in a single layer and fill with water to cover by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil; remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes; drain. Run cold water over the eggs to cool completely; peel. Cut 4 slits into each of the eggs.
  2. 2 Roast the fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and peppercorns in a small skillet over medium heat until very fragrant; grind into powder. Set aside.
  3. 3 Heat the oil in a large skillet or kadhai over medium heat. Stir the turmeric into the oil. Quickly fry the eggs in the hot oil on all sides, about 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. 4 Cook the onions in the hot oil until golden brown; add the ginger, garlic, and tomatoes and continue cooking until the tomatoes are soft. Stir the ground seed mixture, ground red pepper, and ground coriander into the onion mixture and cook another 1 to 2 minutes. Pour the water into the skillet. Add the coconut, jaggery, tamarind, and salt; return to a boil and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; add the eggs and allow to simmer another 10 minutes. If the gravy is too thick, thin out with a little water. Garnish with the cilantro leaves to serve.

By SUSMITA

Harira
Soup African

Harira

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
150 min
Total
170 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine lamb, onions, celery, cilantro, margarine, pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne in a large soup pot over low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Pour in tomatoes (without juice) and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Add water, reserved tomato juice, and lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 50 minutes.
  3. 3 Increase the heat to medium-high and add garbanzo beans and vermicelli pasta. Cook until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Stir in eggs and lemon juice and cook for 1 minute.

By Tali

Instant Pot Lentil Soup
Soup Middle Eastern

Instant Pot Lentil Soup

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Warm olive oil for 3 minutes. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until onion is soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, white pepper, fennel, and chili powder. Cook for 2 more minutes. Stir in tomato paste.
  2. 2 Pour in broth and water. Stir in lentils and squash. Crumble bouillon cube over the top and mix well, scraping the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Cancel Sauté mode.
  3. 3 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Open valve to vent remaining steam, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  5. 5 Mix in lemon juice and toss kale leaves just on top of the soup. Replace lid and allow kale to steam for about 5 minutes. Remove lid and adjust seasonings, if desired, before serving.

By Diana71

Creamy Mulligatawny Soup
Soup Indian

Creamy Mulligatawny Soup

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat ghee or vegetable oil in large pan (use low heat); cook onion, garlic, ginger, chilies, spices and curry leaves, stirring, until onion is browned lightly and mixture is fragrant. Do not over brown the onion or else it will give the soup a burnt taste.
  2. 2 Add carrot, apple, potato, dhal, and chicken stock to pan; simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or until vegetables are just tender. Discard cardamom pods and curry leaves.
  3. 3 Blend or process soup mixture, in batches, until pureed; return to pan. Add tamarind, lemon juice, coconut milk and fresh coriander leaves; stir until heated through.

By Michelle Chen

Piccalilli
European

Piccalilli

3.5

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Dissolve the salt in the water, and add the cucumber, onions and cauliflower. Cover and leave for 24 hours. Drain the vegetables.
  2. 2 In a large pan, blend the sugar, mustard and ginger with 5 cups of vinegar. Stir in salt and vegetable mixture, bring to the boil, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Blend the flour and turmeric with the remaining 1 cup of vinegar and stir into the cooked vegetables. Bring to the boil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour into sterilized canning jars.
  4. 4 In a large stock pot, pour water half way to top with boiling water. Using a holder, carefully lower jars into pot. Leave a 2-inch space between jars. Add more boiling water to cover them, about 2 inches above the tops. Bring to a boil and cover, processing for 15 minutes. Remove jars from pot. Put jars on a wood or cloth surface, several inches apart and allow to cool. Jars will be sealed.

By Ruth

Fine Crisp Cakes
Dessert European

Fine Crisp Cakes

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy; beat in sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk.
  3. 3 Whisk flour, allspice, and turmeric together in a bowl until well combined; sift into butter mixture and stir until dough is combined. Press dough into a 9-inch square baking dish.
  4. 4 Beat egg white in a small bowl; brush over dough.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until cake feels firm when lightly pressed in center, 30 to 45 minutes. Cut into squares while cake is still hot; cool in the baking dish.

By Jenna Arden

British Picalilli
European

British Picalilli

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
26957 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cauliflower, onion, carrots, cucumber, beans, and salt in a large bowl and toss well. Leave for 24 hours.
  2. 2 The next day, rinse vegetables thoroughly in several changes of cold water. Drain well in a colander for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Inspect eight 12-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until picalilli is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  4. 4 Combine flour, curry powder, turmeric, mustard powder, and ginger in a large pot. Gradually stir in 1/2 the vinegar, blending well until a smooth paste without lumps forms. Add remaining vinegar and sugar, mix well, and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously. Cook until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Add vegetable mixture and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. 5 Pack picalilli into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any spills. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).
  8. 8 Leave for 1 month, to allow picalilli to mature, before eating.

By Tomsmum

Elena's Yellow Rice
Dinner European

Elena's Yellow Rice

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir water, vegetable oil, garlic, vinegar, turmeric, and salt together in a 2-quart saucepan. Place a cover on the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. 2 Slowly stir rice into the boiling mixture. Replace cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer rice mixture until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer rice to a large bowl. Gently fold peas and carrots into rice.

By Mariposa

Vegan Paella
Dinner European

Vegan Paella

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix boiling water and rice together in a bowl; let stand for 20 minutes. Drain.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is transparent, about 5 minutes. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and tomato; cook and stir until peppers are slightly tender, about 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix rice and vegetable broth into onion-pepper mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer. Add paprika, salt, and turmeric; cover skillet and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Stir peas and artichoke hearts into rice mixture and cook until heated through, about 1 minute more.

By chefcs

Paella
Dinner European

Paella

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a wok over medium-high heat. Fry hot and mild Italian sausage pieces in the wok until brown on all sides. Remove sausage pieces, and fry chicken strips in sausage drippings until browned. Remove chicken and sauté onions, green pepper, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes or until tender.
  2. 2 Stir in uncooked rice, tomatoes, bay leaves, salt, oregano, and turmeric. Cook and stir for 1 minute, then mix in reserved tomato juice and chicken broth. Add chicken pieces, cover, and simmer about 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Add sausage to mixture, and continue to simmer 15 minutes. Stir in the shrimp; cover and cook for 5 to 10 more minutes or until shrimp is cooked through.

By AMLOOS

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Stew
Dinner European

Slow Cooker Mediterranean Stew

3.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
480 min
Total
510 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a slow cooker, combine butternut squash, eggplant, zucchini, okra, tomato sauce, onion, tomato, carrot, broth, raisins, and garlic. Season with cumin, turmeric, red pepper, cinnamon, and paprika.
  2. 2 Cover, and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours, or until vegetables are tender.

By BROMFIELD

Lithuanian Krupnikas
Drink European

Lithuanian Krupnikas

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
20220 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Crack cardamom seeds and nutmeg with a heavy skillet on a cutting board. Toss them into a saucepan; add caraway seed, cloves, allspice berries, cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, saffron, ginger, turmeric, orange zest and lemon zest. Pour in water and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until liquid is reduced by half. Strain out spices and set liquid aside.
  2. 2 Pour honey into a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Skim off any foam from the top. Stir in strained liquid and vanilla. Remove from heat and place far from the stove to avoid flare-ups when adding grain alcohol. Slowly stir in grain alcohol. Place the pot back onto the burner over low heat and cover. Heat through, being careful not to boil or even simmer. Remove from heat and let stand overnight with the lid on.
  3. 3 The following day, pour liquid into sterile bottles, seal, and allow to settle for 2 weeks. The longer you let it sit, the clearer it will become and the better it tastes. Serve warm.

By JOENAUJOKAS

Pressure Cooker Paella with Chicken Thighs and Smoked Sausage
Dinner European

Pressure Cooker Paella with Chicken Thighs and Smoked Sausage

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
40 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Add olive oil to the pot and heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Season chicken thighs with salt. Place chicken, skin-side down, in the hot oil. Cook until skin is golden, 4 to 6 minutes. Slide a spatula underneath several times to prevent skin from sticking to the pot. Turn and cook until other side is lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove chicken thighs to a plate.
  3. 3 Add sausage, onion, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, and saffron. Stir constantly until spices are aromatic and rice becomes translucent and shiny.
  4. 4 Pour in sherry and cook until absorbed, about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Turn off Sauté setting and place chicken thighs over rice. Turn the pressure regulator to the sealing position; select Manual and set cooking time for 12 minutes at high pressure. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  5. 5 Release pressure using the natural-release method for 10 minutes according to manufacturer's instructions. Turn the pressure regulator to 'venting' and release remaining pressure. Remove the lid, transfer chicken thighs to a clean plate, and pour in tomatoes and peas. Mix well.
  6. 6 Switch to Sauté mode and cook until liquid is mostly evaporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Top each serving of rice with a chicken thigh.

By Diana71

Brown Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Paella
Dinner European

Brown Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Paella

4.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
75 min
Total
115 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine salt, paprika, red pepper, turmeric, and saffron in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a paella pan or large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and chorizo and cook until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer meat to a platter. Add onion, bell pepper, parsley, and garlic to the pot; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add rice, tomato, and roasted red peppers; cook until rice begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add spice mixture and broth, then return chicken and chorizo to the pot, burying them in the paella.
  3. 3 Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, stirring every 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, for 50 to 55 minutes. Stir in thawed peas and carrots, olives, capers, and apple cider vinegar; cook until everything is heated through, 3 to 5 more minutes.

By Mariposa

Chef John's Chicken Tikka Masala
Dinner European

Chef John's Chicken Tikka Masala

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
45 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Place chicken in a bowl. Drizzle vegetable oil over chicken; toss to coat.
  2. 2 Whisk together salt, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and cardamom in a small bowl. Sprinkle over chicken and turn to coat evenly.
  3. 3 Melt clarified butter in a large, heavy skillet over high heat. Cook chicken thighs in hot butter until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate. When cool enough to handle, cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  4. 4 Make sauce: Place the skillet with chicken drippings over medium-high heat. Stir onion into the skillet; sauté until onion softens and turns translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook until paste caramelizes, about 5 minutes. Stir garlic and ginger into tomato-onion mixture; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. 5 Pour crushed tomatoes into the skillet. Bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend and sauce is slightly reduced, about 15 minutes.
  6. 6 Stir chicken and any accumulated juices into sauce. Add cilantro and red pepper flakes; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until chicken is cooked through and tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

By John Mitzewich

Mulligatawny
Dinner European

Mulligatawny

Prep
30 min
Cook
75 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rub chicken breasts with chili powder and 1 teaspoon salt. Place in a baking dish and let rest for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  3. 3 Bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers and juices run clear, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and coarsely shred with 2 forks; set aside.
  4. 4 Pour coconut oil into a large pot and heat over medium heat. Add carrots, apple, onion, and celery. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, then add in garlic and ginger. Cook 1 minute more.
  5. 5 Pour in 4 cups chicken stock, coconut milk, lentils, both curry powders, cumin, thyme, mustard, cinnamon, oregano, coriander, turmeric, nutmeg, cayenne, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes.
  6. 6 Fish out and discard the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to blend into a smooth sauce. Add tomato paste and chicken; cook for another 20 minutes. If it appears too thick, add a little more stock, but the soup is pretty thick. Season with remaining 1 teaspoon salt.
  7. 7 Spoon cooked rice into bowls and ladle soup over top to serve.

By Brian Genest

Healing Pumpkin Seeds
Appetizer

Healing Pumpkin Seeds

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Mix coconut oil, turmeric, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and ginger together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Place pumpkin seeds in a bowl; drizzle coconut oil mixture on top. Stir well to coat all seeds with the mixture. Spread evenly on the parchment paper; drizzle any remaining oil on top.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Turn off oven. Stir seeds to flip over. Leave seeds inside the oven as it cools.

By Buckwheat Queen