It has been bitterly cold this past week, and the birds are stuffing their beaks to get enough energy to keep warm. Of course, this means the feeder empties out quickly on some days. We have a pair of hairy woodpeckers that live here year round. Here the female hangs off the bottom of the …
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Cooking up an Autumn Feast
It is a week to have some fun in the kitchen. For a home cook who loves to experiment, it is a great time of year for autumn flavors. Today I want to share an easy recipe for a fall soup that will fill up your holiday guests, and is perfect for the day before …
Ham and White Bean Soup with Variations
For many of us, Easter holiday usually means a ham dinner. Even though we cannot be with family right now, maintaining tradition is important. It helps us to feel like things are still somewhat normal. After the ham has served for sandwiches and leftover meals for a few days, making a thick and hearty soup …
Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup with Gouda
I adore tomato soup, and there is a restaurant in town that makes a super version. They call theirs Gouda Soup, and it is a tomato and roasted red pepper soup with Gouda cheese grated on top. I just had to figure out an acceptable recipe to make at home. Several tries, but I think …