A variation on the traditional Greek avgolomeno, this soup leaves out the chicken and includes orzo, which gives it a richer, fuller texture. You could also use Arborio rice but it may take a little longer to become al dente.
Classic Tomato Soup With A Goat Cheese Swirl
Classic Tomato Soup With A Goat Cheese Swirl
What gives old-fashioned tomato soup its comfort-food super-status is its perfect sweet-acid balance. Chervil adds a delicate celery-like flavor that complements the tomatoes.
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This soup is creamy (without cream) and hearty, perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. It’s delicious with sausage, but just as lovely without, especially with a drizzle of truffle oil.
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If you're in the mood for comfort food, a warm, creamy bowl of this calming clam chowder will ease the stress of all calamities. If you can't find sunchokes, substitute 1 1/2 cups chopped new potatoes. The fish stock can be replaced by 3 cups vegetable stock plus 1 cup clam juice.
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On top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese, in a sub or in soup, or just on their own -- these little meatballs are tender and delicious. They can be rolled into balls and frozen -- just place them on waxed paper on a baking sheet to freeze individually before packing in an airtight bag.
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"Each month is gay, each season nice, when eating chicken soup with rice." - Maurice Sendak, Chicken Soup with Rice
Lentil Soup With Chorizo And Potatoes
Lentil Soup With Chorizo And Potatoes
This hearty, spicy soup will warm you all the way through. The potato is really for body. If you want to a thicker, chunkier soup, add one more.
This old-fashioned French classic has become an American comfort food staple over the years. Slow-cooked onion soup flavored with cognac and topped with French bread and gooey melted cheese always hits the spot on a winter's day.
The thin stream of egg drizzled into the hot broth is so pretty, and develops a wonderful silken texture. You can thinly slice the spinach like the basil to form a more even distribution of green. Parmesan adds that distinctly Italian flavor.
A great catch-all soup when you want to use up leftover okra or potatoes. You could add just about any vegetable to this soup -- winter greens, corn, squash. Always look for small, tender okra.
