Category Archives: Soups

I Heart Miso Soup

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. I’ve always loved miso soup. Ever since I can remember I’ve ordered this warm, savory yet simple soup in Japanese restaurants.  In 1989 our family took a trip to Fiji, and lo and behold miso … Continue reading →

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Israel-Inspired Butternut Squash Soup

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. It is grey, cold and rainy is Seattle … and there is a large, bulbous butternut squash on my counter begging to be used. Just the other morning I was daydreaming about my recent trip … Continue reading →

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Perfect Post-Thanksgiving Soup

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. The week following Thanksgiving is tough for me. All our out of town guests depart, one after the other… my house feels suddenly very quiet (but cleaner) … and I am stuffed with turkey, sweet … Continue reading →

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Gazpacho, Spain and Gaudi

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Last November we spent almost two weeks in Spain and we spent the majority of our time in Barcelona. Almost wherever you look, structures by famous Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi rise from the pavement. He’s … Continue reading →

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Gaga for Gumbo

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Gumbo isn’t a Belizean dish but its roots are Cajun/Creole so it seems like it should be served here. With a bit of tweaking, I have made this hearty dish both in Belize and in … Continue reading →

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Meatball Matzo Ball Stew

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Passover is almost upon us, and I’m looking forward to traveling to the Midwest to be with my family for the first Seder Saturday night. Since today is the first Wednesday of the month, I … Continue reading →

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Sopa di Lima (Chicken Lime Soup)

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. In keeping with my 2012 resolution, this first post for February is a recipe that is extremely easy to prepare. In the interest of keeping it simple, just a bit of a back story and … Continue reading →

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Winter Red Lentil Soup

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. Happy 2012! One of my resolutions this year is to post a recipe I’m currently making on the first Wednesday of every month – something I love but more important – a dish that is … Continue reading →

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Post-Thanksgiving Turkey Soup

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Marilyn

Click here to view recipe. One bit of sage advice I can give to parents and parents-in-law is this: from the moment your child marries, sit down and mutually decide where holidays will be celebrated.  Even if your entire family … Continue reading →

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Cinque Terre and Minestrone Soup

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Marilyn

I truly believe I was Italian in my former life. I love everything about the country — the people, the wide-ranging and often awe-inspiring scenery, the rustic architecture and particularly the fresh, local food. To date I have traveled there … Continue reading →

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