{"id":3887,"date":"2017-12-14T12:30:14","date_gmt":"2017-12-14T12:30:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/?p=3887"},"modified":"2017-12-14T12:30:14","modified_gmt":"2017-12-14T12:30:14","slug":"spoon-up-tradition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zestmag.com\/online\/spoon-up-tradition\/","title":{"rendered":"Spoon up tradition"},"content":{"rendered":"

When cooler temperatures call for something to warm you up, good, old-fashioned soups and stews may be just what you need.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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You can create delicious, steaming pots that taste like they’re straight out of mom’s kitchen with flavorful, convenient ingredients. With these contemporary recipes, you’re in and out of the kitchen in under an hour without any long simmering required.<\/p>\n

Bacon-Apple Red Cabbage Soup<\/strong>
\nPrep time: 15 minutes
\nCook time: 20 minutes
\nServings: 4<\/p>\n

2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium red onion, chopped (about 1\/2 cup)
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 clove garlic, minced
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Sweet & Sour Red Cabbage, not drained
\n2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cups low-sodium, fat-free chicken or vegetable broth
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium apple, chopped (about 1 cup), plus additional for garnish (optional)
\n1\/4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
\n1\/8\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon ground allspice (optional)
\n1\/8\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
\nplain yogurt or sour cream (optional)
\ncrumbled cooked bacon (optional)<\/p>\n

In large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook bacon 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through and crisp. Remove bacon from skillet; reserve. Drain drippings; return 1 tablespoon to pan; discard remaining drippings.<\/em><\/p>\n

Add onion to pan. Cook about 2 minutes, until tender, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook and stir about 30 seconds. Add red cabbage and liquid from jar, broth and chopped apple. Stir in cinnamon, allspice and cloves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Add water, 1\/2 cup at a time, if soup is too thick. Add bacon to pan. Continue simmering about 3-5 minutes, until apples are tender and soup reaches desired consistency.<\/em><\/p>\n

Spoon into bowl. Garnish with apples, yogurt and crumbled bacon, if desired.<\/em><\/p>\n

German Potato Salad Soup<\/strong>
\nPrep time: 15 minutes
\nCook time: 15 minutes
\nServings: 4<\/p>\n

1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cup chopped onion
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cup chopped red bell pepper
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoon olive oil
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cans (15 ounces each) READ German Potato Salad, chopped
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 bottle (12 ounces) light beer
\n3\/4 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cup reduced-sodium, fat- free chicken broth
\n6 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ounces (1 cup) diced ham, smoked turkey or sliced smoked sausage (optional)
\n1\/2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon salt (optional)
\n1\/4 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon pepper
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoon chopped parsley
\nrye croutons (optional)
\ncrumbled bacon (optional)<\/p>\n

In Dutch oven or 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, cook onion and bell pepper in oil until onion starts to brown, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/em><\/p>\n

Add potato salad, beer, broth and meat, if desired, and stir to combine. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt, if desired, pepper and parsley.<\/em><\/p>\n

Serve topped with rye croutons and bacon, if desired.<\/em><\/p>\n

Rustic Vegetable Beet Soup<\/strong>
\nPrep time: 30 minutes
\nCook time: 15 minutes
\nServings: 6<\/p>\n

1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Whole Pickled Beets, drained
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoons olive oil
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium onions, coarsely chopped
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 large cloves garlic, minced
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 zucchinis (about 5 ounces each), coarsely chopped
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cans (about 14 ounces each) vegetable broth
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon seasoned salt (optional)
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 can (15 1\/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
\nsalt, to taste
\npepper, to taste
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
\nGremolata (optional)<\/p>\n

Gremolata:<\/p>\n

1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoon minced fresh dill
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cloves garlic, minced
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon grated lemon peel<\/p>\n

Coarsely chop beets; set aside.<\/em><\/p>\n

In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add carrots, sweet potato and garlic. Cook 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally.<\/em><\/p>\n

Add zucchini, broth and seasoned salt, if desired. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, about 15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Add chickpeas; heat through. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.<\/em><\/p>\n

To prepare Gremolata: In small bowl, combine all ingredients.<\/em><\/p>\n

Stir in parsley and dill. Stir in beets. Serve immediately; top with Gremolata, if desired.<\/em><\/p>\n

Tex-Mex Bean<\/span>\u00a0and Butternut Squash Stew<\/strong>
\nPrep time: 30 minutes
\nCook time: 10 minutes
\nServings: 4<\/p>\n

Stew:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 can (15 ounces) READ Southwestern Bean Salad, divided
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon ground cumin
\n1\/4-1\/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 clove garlic, chopped
\n2 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cups cubed or chopped butternut squash, fresh or frozen (about 1\/2- 3\/4-inch pieces)
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 can (14 1\/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes
\n1 1\/2 \u00a0\u00a0 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon lime zest, plus additional for garnish (optional)
\nChipotle-Lime Crema
\nchopped cilantro (optional)<\/p>\n

Chipotle-Lime Crema:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1\/4 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cup plain nonfat yogurt or sour cream
\n1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon lime zest
\n1\/8 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 teaspoon chipotle chili powder<\/p>\n

To prepare stew: Place half of canned bean salad, cumin, chili powder and garlic into bowl of food processor. Puree until blended but still slightly chunky.<\/em><\/p>\n

Add remaining bean salad to large saucepan. Stir in butternut squash, tomatoes, broth, pureed bean salad mixture and lime zest. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, or until squash is tender and stew reaches desired thickness.<\/em><\/p>\n

To prepare crema: In small bowl, combine yogurt, lime zest and chili powder.<\/em><\/p>\n

Serve topped with Chipotle-Lime Crema, cilantro and lime zest, if desired.<\/em><\/p>\n

Notes: If using frozen butternut squash, add to stew during last 2-3 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking. Orange zest can be used instead of lime zest, if desired. Recipe can be doubled.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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