Category Archives: Soup Kitchen

Roasted Carrot, Orange and Ginger Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Silver Palate Cookbook with my modifications Ingredients 4 tbsp sweet butter or Ghee 2 cups chopped onions 12 large carrots (peeled and chopped), or small baby carrots about 2 lbs unpeeled and unchopped 4 cups (950 ml) chicken stock 2 … Continue reading →

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Fire Roasted Corn Chowder

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

My nephew, Ryan made this soup the other night. It is good! I may prefer it served cold as I had some for breakfast. Awesome Bites, Ryan! Ryan used a full 1/2 cup of Sriracha sauce, I think it would … Continue reading →

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Chorizo and Black Bean Chili

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

3/4 pound chorizo 1/2 pound lean ground beef left over meat from your refrigerator 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 15 ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained 1 14 oz can diced … Continue reading →

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Roasted Tomato Fennel Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

I woke up this morning wanting to make soup for my office luncheon meeting. Up at 5:00 AM, roasting vegetables. Husband looking at me oddly, and finely asking, “What are you making?”. As the vegetables roasted I grabbed a cup … Continue reading →

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Albondigas (Meatball) Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Abby makes excellent meatball soup. My kids crave it when they are not feeling well because she used to make it for them. When I told my boys that I made soup like Abby’s, they rolled their eyes. “Mom, you … Continue reading →

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Firehouse Clam Chowder

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

It was a relaxing day, I waved goodbye to son Jon and his friends as they headed off to Anacapa Island for a bit of diving. James and Denny were going diving also, but on the Rapture accompanying my nephews … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Thai Curry Soup with Shrimp

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

2 Cans Pumpkin 2 Cans water (measure using the pumpkin cans)or Chicken Broth 2 Cans unsweetened Coconut Milk 1 Can Carrots and Onions pickled with jalapenos 2 tsp Chinese Five Spice 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp salt Using a … Continue reading →

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Lobster Bisque almost as good as Jon Minken’s!

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

A big shout out thanks to sons James and Jon for running out to Santa Cruz Island for a little night diving to bring home some fresh live lobster as the season just opened. To make sure the lobsters cook … Continue reading →

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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

3 large chicken breast 28 oz canned green enchilada sauce 2 8oz cans Mexican Hot Sauce Style Tomato Sauce 2 14 oz cans tomato sauce 1/8 cup taco seasoning 2 tsp cumin 2 tsp chili powder 3 tsp dried cilantro … Continue reading →

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Thai Peanut Soup

Posted on August 22, 2025 by Sandy

Went to Oregon for a long weekend. Had a great time other than the flight, but that is another story, not to mention a lost bag. Great to see Dennis’ daughter Terri and Dan and the kids. Spent some time … Continue reading →

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