Celery Root Soup with Granny Smith Apples

This recipe by Tal Ronnen is to die for.  I make this soup whenever I really want to impress guests.   This is a rich and creamy soup with  wonderful celery flavor. The hardest part about making the soup is dealing with the celery root.  Be sure to wash it it thoroughly and then get to work cutting off the gnarly bits until you have a smooth surface.…


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New England Glam Chowder

I just returned from a trip to New England where I touched base with old friends, enjoyed my family, and took in all the wonderful things that New England offers in the fall.  One of the things that you think of in New England, especially the coast, is New England Clam Chowder.  This recipe from Isa Chandra Moskowitz’s book,  Isa Does It, tastes just…


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Gourmet Grapefruit Gazpacho

This gazpacho recipe is so good! It is a bit of a departure from the cool and smooth gazpacho that is popping up this time of year. This recipe has chunks of vegetables and a little heat. I like to serve chopped avocado on top for more color and to provide an ingredient that has a smooth flavor to contrast  the acidity of the tomatoes and citrus in…


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Potato Leek Soup

This soup has a smooth, creamy texture and is ridiculously easy to make. Since you end up blending everything you don’t even have to be that careful when chopping the vegetables. I use rosemary as my herb of choice but you may want to add tarragon, oregano or another of your favorite herbs. I am also very generous with the pepper mill when seasoning.…


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